Mint and Chocolate are the perfect pair when it comes to holiday duos. These Mint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are tender, buttery, minty, and have a dark chocolate punch!
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Y'all it's day 6 of our 7 days of Christmas Cookies, and this one is soft, tender, minty, and filled with chocolate ganache, and topped with a mint chocolate candy piece. Yum!
I love mint and chocolate together, almost as much as I do peanut butter and jelly. I mean mint and chocolate are the duo for Christmas right?
Kinda like pumpkin spice is for October? Am I right??
If mint chocolate isn't your thing, check out the other cookies that I've shared: (yea, I'm aware that so far 3 of my cookie choices are mint and chocolate - don't worry day 7 is not mint and chocolate, nor a combo of the two!)
Here is a great list of other yummy cookies:
Mocha Mint Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Chocolate Chip Ginger Cookies
Peppermint Chocolate Chip Chocolate Cookies
Cinnamon Vanilla Bean Sugar Cookies
Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies with Lemon Drizzle
So yesterday I shared those Raspberry Thumbprint cookies that were perfect in every way. They even came out completely perfect in shape.
Y'all, these weren't so lucky at first. I used a very popular baking name recipe for these. And guess what.....the shape didn't even hold together!
Wonder what the problem was?? Hmmm...Aren't they supposed to have test kitchens for their recipes?! Anyway. The recipe called for powdered sugar as opposed to regular sugar. That could have been the problem.
However, the recipe also didn't call to chill the dough! So, the cookies didn't turn out. I was bummed.
What do you do when a recipe doesn't turn out? Well, most may give up. Not this gal right here! Nope.
I decided to take the recipe from those Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies with Lemon Drizzle and modify it to these mint green beauties. Yay! (and the crowd goes wild)
Funny little story....this isn't the only recipe I've used from a well known name and it not turn out.
In fact years and years ago I made a pumpkin soup that I followed to a T, and y'all want to know something....our dog wouldn't even eat it! No lie.
We forever make fun of that soup. Like, how did it get put onto a recipe card in one of those books at the check out counter?!
What person made this and thought that it was good?! I'd love to meet him or her.
Was it a misprint? I mean, it was awful. I've never fed a dog something that they refused to eat...until that soup.
So these cookies...Ok easy, simple....but you have to chill the dough! It's ok.
Just mix it up it in the morning, toss it in the fridge, and bake these in the afternoon.
Totally worth it, I promise! The ganache...I had some left over, not much, but a little....I put it over the top of ice cream for Kelsie.
It was amazing. Tossed on some Christmas sprinkles left over from the Cinnamon Vanilla Bean Sugar Cookies and she was stoked!
I think I'll mix up some more this weekend...you know when it's finally supposed to be cold here in Florida, and have a bowl of ice cream with sprinkles!
Those mint chocolate candies are one of my favorites, and they go so perfectly with this cookie.
I would suggest, if you are planning on packaging these up to give away or just to make storage easier...roughly chop the candy and sprinkle a bit on.
These cookies won't stack otherwise..that triangular piece makes stacking wonky. I didn't think to do that until AFTER I was putting a few in a storage container to take to my aunt and uncle.
Lesson learned....chop that candy up!
What ingredients do you need to make Mint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies:
- Butter
- sugar
- mint extract
- flour
- green food coloring (optional)
- dark chocolate chips
- heavy whipping cream
- Andes mint candies
How do you make mint chocolate thumbprint cookies?
- Beat together the butter, sugar, food coloring, and mint extract.
- Add the flour, and beat until combined. Cover and chill for 4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and measure out a tablespoon of dough - form into balls, and press your thumb or something (see full instructions below) to form an indention in the center.
- Bake for 13 minutes.
- Remove and all the cookies to completely cool.
- Make the topping by mixing together the chocolate chips, heavy whipping cream, and butter together in a microwave safe bowl. Heat on high for one minute. Stirring frequently. Place about 1 teaspoon into each cookie. Top with Andes candy piece (or pieces, if you choose to chop it up). The chocolate will harden up in about an hour.
Mint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
Mint and Chocolate are the perfect pair when it comes to holiday duos. These Mint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are tender, buttery, minty, and have a dark chocolate punch!
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- ⅔ cup sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon mint extract
- 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons flour
- 16 drops food coloring totally optional
Topping
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- Andes, cut in half, then sliced diagonally
Instructions
- In a large bowl attached to a stand mixer, beat the butter for two full minutes. Add the sugar, mint, and green food coloring. Beat another two minutes.
- With the mixer on low, slowly add the flour, until all combined. Once combined, cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours.
- When ready to bake, remove from the fridge, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Using a tablespoon of dough, shape the dough into balls, and place on a baking sheet. Using your thumb or the large rounded handle of a wooden spoon (or the lid to an essential oil bottle, which is what I used) create an indention into the top of the dough. Be careful to keep from having cracks, and if there are any, simply use your fingers to smooth the dough back together. Bake for 13 to 14 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes before placing on a cooling rack to cool completely.
- When completely cool mix together the chocolate chips, heavy whipping cream, and butter together in a microwave safe bowl. Heat on high for one minute. Stirring frequently. Place about 1 teaspoon into each cookie. Top with Andes candy piece (or pieces, if you choose to chop it up). The chocolate will harden up in about an hour.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
18Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 188Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 99mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 1gSugar: 11gProtein: 1g
Alli Smith
I love everything about these thumbprint cookies - the color, the chocolate and the Andes on top. They look absolutely scrumptious.
Amber Myers
You had me at mint! I just LOVE mint things, especially cookies. These are perfect for the holidays.
Jessica Joachim
These came out cute! I love mint, and even my husband likes mint and he rarely eats anything sweet. These will for sure be made at my home soon!
Andrea
I love thumbprint cookies they remind me of my childhood. I loved being able to make them with my family during the holidays and special occasion. These look great!
Laura @ MommyDearest
I love chocolate mint! Everything about these cookies is amazing, the colour is great. I never think to colour my cookie dough. Thumb print cookies are a holiday staple and now I can't wait to add the chocolate mint ones to my baking list.
Krystal Butherus
There's something amazing about mint and chocolate together! I love how these look and I bet they're delicious!
Tomi C
One of my favorite treats from that one Italian restaurant is the Andes after dinner mints. This would be a refreshing cookie for our holiday baking season and cookie swap.
Bacheca BBIncontri Milano
Yummy..it looks delicious! I'll try this recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Terri Steffes
Those cookies are calling my name. I love love love peppermint and chocolate. Pass the tray to me!
candy
So many different ways to make the thumb print cookies or some call them kings crowns. These mint ones are really pretty and would be a fresh taste with the mint added.
Angela Tolsma
I love what you've done with the chocolate! The color is so pretty! I would do these for Christmas party!
Farrah less G.
These are good looking cookies perfect for family gathering or simply a gift as well. Although I am not a fan of mint but I with this cookies I don't mind at all.
Mei
These cookies are perfect for all the festivities this month. I love the creativity and I can only imagine how good it taste. I will try this soon.
Joan Cajic
Love this they look so adorable and delicious.
Lydia @ Thrifty Frugal Mom
What a fun cookie! My grandpa always love Andes mints. I wish that he was still living so I could make these for him!
serena
Andes on top, how could anything be wrong with this! These look delicious, I'm looking forward to trying the recipe.
Sarah Bailey
Yes please these sound like they would be right up my street and absolutely delicious with a nice cup of tea after a meal.
Lisa Favre
I love thumbprint cookies and I love how they became viral last year! Do you remember that?! Yours look absolutely delicious.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy
These cookies sound so delicious. My kids have been in love with Andes recently so I know these cookies are going to be a hit in our household. Thumbprint cookies are always fun for parties too!
Karen Morse
Sorry about your first batch of thumb print cookies but I'm glad you didn't give up! There's something about the combination of mint and chocolate that makes it perfect for the holidays! Love this one! And thanks for sharing the correct way to make it!
Jalisa
These are to die for. Definitely a great winter sweet.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All
These would be great for holiday entertaining. The color would also be great for St Patrick's Day as well.
Courtney Blacher
I'm sure that my daughter will love this Mint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies! I'll make sure to make this for her.
Shoshana Sue
So I tried out the Chocolate Chip Ginger Cookies as I have been following your Christmas Cookies edition and I must say I was wonderfully delighted by the way the cookies turned!
Erica
That is so funny that you made a soup your dog wouldn't eat. I know something is REALLY bad when my dog won't it because she even eats lettuce! I love these mint thumbprint cookies. Those little mint candies are some of my favorites.
Kita Bryant
This is a really nice recipe! I love the Ande's candy; it is a nice touch!
Sarah Bailey
Oh my goodness these sound absolutely delicious - there is nothing like something minty after a meal and with a nice cup of tea.
Ophelia T
These cookies are so cute. I would love to make them. Thanks for sharing.
Ruth I.
This turned out so good. I like the color and everything here. SO yummy! I will try it this weekend.
kim
Such a darling way you made these. I want to make them too. Recipe looks easy...thank you for that!! YAY
Alison Rost
My grandma was notorious for making thumbprints, but never ones that varied away from her original recipe. I think the mint chocolate version looks more delicious! I like the cracked dough effect, reminds me of those Hershey kiss cookies, but I bet these are way better. Might have to add these to our holiday cookie repertoire…can’t wait to try them 🙂
Rachel
These look so good. I love Andes mints so I would love to have them melted on top of a cookie. THanks for sharing the recipe.
Kimberly Lewis
this is perfect for the holidays! I love the flavors that you used and I'm sure that they taste amazing
Bonnie G
Those are really cute. I have some family that loves mint and would love having these made for them. Can't wait to try your recipe.
Nikka Shae
Omg, this look amazing and the recipe look so easy too make.
Heather
These are so pretty and I'm sure they taste delicious! They would be excellent on our neighbor treat plates!
Bobbi
These look so amazing. I have never seen mint chocolate cookies in this thumbprint kind.
Elinor Hill aka Beach Hut Cook
Don’t theses look such fun. What a great addition to the festive table they would make.
Megan
These look very appealing and I love thumbprint cookies! I think my husband would really enjoy these!
E H
Love how these thumbprint cookies turned out! They look perfect, and not that complicated to make either - what a great recipe!
Cindy Ingalls
I remember having a teacher who used to hand out those Andes mint chocolates. They are so good. I love the idea of using them in a cookie that also emulates their flavors.
David Elliott
I think this would be the perfect choice when making Christmas cookies with my daughter. She loves mint and she loves chocolate. In fact, her favorite ice cream is mint chip. I will have to show this and try this out with her. Thanks for the great recipe.
Cyn Gagen
I love thumbprint cookies - that little bonus in the middle. YUM! I'm not a huge fan of chocolate and mint but these are so pretty. I'm going to make some to include on my cookie trays for my family - they would adore this flavour combo.
Claudia Krusch
These cookies look so delicious and easy to make. I would love to add them to my cookie exchange this year. I am sure they will be a big hit.
Angela
Yum, these cookies looks so delicious! Perfect for the holidays and my kids will love them too.
Anamika
They look so delicious..will try for the holidays
HilLesha O'Nan
It has been ages and ages since I've had mint chocolate, but I'll definitely be trying out this recipe sometime soon. Thank you for sharing!
Dogvills
I love Andes mint chocolates. It just tastes so wonderful and you know the chocolate is one of the finest you can buy. I like these cookie recipe you posted. The color is so festive, and of course, with mint and chocolate together, you know its going to be yummy!
Anosa Malanga
Oh wow! Another Idea of Cookie flavors to to over the Christmas Holidays! Mint chocolates are one of the best! This would be my first time to make so wish me luck! I wanna add sprinklers for this too!
Chuck
Would surely let my mom make this for us. Mint cookies are always the best!!
gingermommy
These would be so great to try out! I am going to have to make them this year, YUMMY!
Kiwi
I have yet to have a thumprint cookie. This looks so good i love the presentation.
Ada
These look so yummy! I am a huge mint chocolate person. Totally need to try and make these.
Anosa Malanga
I would love to try it tomorrow, however, I cannot find Andes chocolate. I need to research of other mint chocolates for an alternative. Do you have any other suggestions? Would definitely appreciate it.
Ana De- Jesus
Ooh these look like a cuter version of after eight mints. They look delicious and I love the notion of it being a 'thumbprint cookie' x
Emman Damian
I love this mint chocolate cookies! Looks so good! Yum Yum!
Siti Aana
I dont know why but i always hesitate when it comes to mint and chocolate, together. Thee looks like a must have on a party though 😀