Mint Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
These Mint Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are rich, fudgy, and infused with a refreshing minty flavor that pairs perfectly with chocolate. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create bakery-style cookies that taste like a chocolate-mint dessert in every bite.
Perfect for festive bakes and dessert boxes, these cookies are easy, quick, and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup oil
• ½ -1 tsp mint flavoring extract (adjust to taste)
• ½ cup mint chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Preheat your oven to 175°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Mix the dough
In a bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil, and mint extract. Mix until a thick dough forms. Fold in mint chocolate chips.
3. Chill the dough
Chill for 20 minutes if the dough is too sticky or if you want thicker cookies.
4. Shape the cookies
Scoop dough into balls (about 1-1.5 tbsp each) and place on the tray with space between each.
5. Bake
Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set and centers remain soft.
6. Cool & serve
Let cookies cool for 5 minutes before transferring. They will firm up slightly while staying fudgy inside.
Optional Finishing Touch
• Drizzle with melted chocolate or white chocolate
• Add a light sprinkle of crushed peppermint candy for extra texture
• Top with a few extra chocolate chips for a bakery-style look
Tips for Perfect Cookies
• Start with ½ tsp mint extract, it’s strong and can easily overpower
• Slightly underbake for a soft, fudgy center
• Chill dough for thicker cookies
• Use good-quality chocolate chips for better flavor
• Add a drop of green food coloring if you want a minty visual effect
Storage Tips
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days
• Refrigerate for up to 1 week
• Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months
FAQ
1. Can I use peppermint extract instead of mint extract?
Yes, but peppermint extract has a stronger, sharper flavor. Use a smaller amount and adjust to taste.
2. Why does my mint flavor taste too strong?
Mint extract is very concentrated. Start small and increase gradually.
3. Can I make these into crinkle cookies?
Yes! Roll the dough in powdered sugar before baking to create a crinkle effect.
4. Can I use butter instead of oil?
Yes, but oil gives a softer, fudgier texture.
5. What chocolate works best with mint?
Dark or semi-sweet chocolate pairs best to balance the mint flavor.