Grinch Mint Cookies
Step into a world of festive whimsy with Grinch Mint Cookies – a creation that combines the magic of the holiday season with the refreshing allure of mint. These cookies, a testament to culinary artistry, capture the essence of the Grinch's transformation from sour to sweet, offering a playful and delightful experience for your taste buds.
Equipment
- 1 bowl
- 1 plastic wrap
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp mint extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 10 drops green food coloring
- 1/2 cup Andes creme de menthe baking chips
Instructions
- In bowl, mix butter, shortening, and sugar until they are smooth.
- Add in the egg and mint extract.
- In another bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- Blend the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Add in the green food coloring and mix.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for one hour.
- Roll the dough into half-inch balls and place them on an ungreased cookie sheet, about 2 1/2 inches apart.
- Bake at 375° for 10 min.
- Cool for 5 min, and transfer to wire rack.
- Makes 18 cookies.
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Notes
Grinch Mint Cookies are more than just treats; they're an invitation to embrace the holiday spirit and the joy of sharing. Infused with the vibrant flavors of mint and the sweetness of the season, these cookies transport you to a world of merriment and enchantment.