Mint Wafer Cookies

Mint Wafer Cookies
45 min.
36
150kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Mint Wafer Cookies, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! With a rich chocolate base infused with refreshing mint, these cookies are sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of mint chocolate chips and chocolate-covered thin mints creates a luscious flavor that will transport you to a world of minty bliss.

What makes these cookies truly special is their unique texture. The dough is chilled to perfection, resulting in a soft and chewy center with a slightly crisp edge. As they bake, the aroma of melted chocolate and mint fills your kitchen, making it impossible to resist sneaking a taste before they cool. And just when you think they can't get any better, a half mint candy is placed on top, creating a beautiful swirl that adds a touch of elegance to each cookie.

Ready in just 45 minutes, these Mint Wafer Cookies are not only delicious but also easy to make, making them an ideal choice for gatherings, parties, or simply a cozy night in. With 36 servings, there's plenty to share—or keep all to yourself! So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible minty delights that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 teaspoons baking soda 
  • 0.8 cup butter 
  • 20  chocolate-covered peanuts thin
  • 1.8 cups chocolate chips 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar light packed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, water and mint chocolate chips. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally until melted.
  2. Transfer to a medium bowl and set aside to cool for about 10 minutes.
  3. Beat the eggs into the chocolate mixture one at a time.
  4. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt, stir into the chocolate mixture. Cover dough, and chill for 1 hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  6. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place 1 1/2 inches apart onto an unprepared cookie sheet.
  7. Bake for 12 to 13 minutes in the preheated oven. As soon as the cookies are out of the oven, place 1/2 of a mint candy on top of each one.
  8. Let sit for 30 seconds, then swirl with a toothpick. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories150kcal
Protein3.36%
Fat39.8%
Carbs56.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.47
Glycemic Load
4.79
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8147826181806%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:149.75kcal
7.49%
Fat:6.74g
10.36%
Saturated Fat:4.14g
25.88%
Carbohydrates:21.64g
7.21%
Net Carbohydrates:21.39g
7.78%
Sugar:14.27g
15.86%
Cholesterol:19.28mg
6.43%
Sodium:107.13mg
4.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.28g
2.56%
Selenium:3.87µg
5.52%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.65%
Folate:17.31µg
4.33%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.39%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.33%
Iron:0.52mg
2.9%
Vitamin B3:0.53mg
2.64%
Vitamin A:131.89IU
2.64%
Calcium:18.17mg
1.82%
Phosphorus:16.51mg
1.65%
Potassium:53.85mg
1.54%
Copper:0.02mg
1.04%
Fiber:0.25g
1.01%
Source:Allrecipes