Mint Irish Cream Cookies

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4
Delicious Mint Irish Cream Cookies recipe for St. Patrick's Day
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

14 min

Ready In

34 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups oats ( old-fashioned or quick-cooking )
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter , softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup irish cream ( liqueur , regular or mint )
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 ounces mint chocolate chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
36
Calories
136
Sugar
11g
Fat
7g
Mint Irish Cream Cookies are a delicious treat that are perfect to serve at a festive gathering. With a rich chocolatey flavor and a hint of mint, these cookies are sure to please everyone's taste buds. They are easy to make and require just a few simple ingredients, making them a great choice for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. The cookies have a lovely crisp texture that is perfect for dipping in a cup of hot tea or coffee. Whether you serve them on St. Patrick's Day or at any other time of year, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2.In a medium sized bowl, whisk oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3.In a larger bowl beat the butter, brown sugar, and sugar until light and creamy.
4.Add the egg, Irish cream, and vanilla extract and mix well.
5.Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir until well combined.
6.Fold in chocolate chips.
7.Place tablespoons of the cookie dough 2-3” apart on the baking sheets.
8.Bake for 12-14 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
9.Remove from oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These cookies are absolutely delicious and are perfect to serve on St.
Patrick’s Day or any other festive occasion.
They have a lovely crisp texture and a rich minty chocolate flavor that everyone will love.

CONS

These cookies are quite high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some people may find the mint flavor to be slightly overpowering.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies may not be the healthiest treat, they do contain some beneficial ingredients.
The oats in these cookies are a great source of fiber, which can help to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
The dark chocolate contains antioxidants, which can help to protect against free radical damage in the body.

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