Craving those irresistible Girl Scouts Thin Mint cookies but can’t wait for cookie season? No worries, my friend! I’ve got you covered with a simple and scrumptious recipe that will have your taste buds dancing. Get ready to channel your inner baking pro as we embark on this delicious adventure!
A Taste of Heaven: Homemade Thin Mints
Picture this: a heavenly combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint, all wrapped up in a perfectly crunchy cookie. That’s what you’ll be sinking your teeth into when you make these homemade Thin Mints. With just a handful of ingredients and some basic kitchen tools, you’ll be well on your way to creating pure bliss.
The Recipe Made Easy
To start off, gather 1 cup of all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ½ cup softened butter (or margarine), ¾ cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg yolk, ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract (for that minty goodness), and some powdered sugar for dusting.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined. In another larger bowl or using an electric mixer if available (but no pressure if not!), cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg yolk and peppermint extract; mix until smooth.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture while stirring continuously until everything comes together into a dough-like consistency. Divide the dough into two equal portions then shape each portion into logs about one inch in diameter.
Wrap these logs tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours, or until firm. Once chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Time to Bake Those Delights
Remove the dough logs from the fridge and slice them into thin rounds, about ¼ inch thick. Place these delectable discs onto your prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie as they will spread slightly during baking.
Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set. Keep an eye on them though – we don’t want any burnt cookies! Once baked to perfection, transfer the cookies onto a wire rack to cool completely.
A Sweet Conclusion
Dust those homemade Thin Mints with powdered sugar before serving if desired (and trust me, you’ll desire it!). Now sit back, relax, and indulge in your very own batch of Girl Scouts Thin Mint cookies that rival even the originals. Share them with loved ones or keep them all to yourself – I won’t judge!
