Description
Soft and Chewy Mojito Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, bringing the refreshing flavors of mint and lime right to your cookie jar. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies combine a soft, chewy texture with a burst of tropical flavor that everyone will love. The easy-to-follow recipe ensures that bakers of all skill levels can whip up these treats in no time. With just the right hint of sweetness and a refreshing minty finish, these cookies are sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened (1 stick))
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)
- 1/8 teaspoon spearmint extract (or to taste)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Lime zest (as desired for garnishing)
- Fresh mint leaves (as desired for garnishing)
Instructions
- Cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, milk, vanilla, and spearmint extracts; mix until combined.
- Slowly incorporate flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Scoop dough into balls and chill for 2 hours before baking.
- Preheat oven to 350°F, bake cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg