Green Mint Crinkles Recipe

These festive Green Mint Crinkles are the perfect treat for Christmas or St. Patrick's Day! Inspired by the beloved "Honest Pretzels" cookbook, this slightly adapted recipe delivers intensely minty cookies with a delightful crunch. Enjoy these easy-to-make delights – perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a refreshing peppermint cookie.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 178.7 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Green Mint Crinkles

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How to Make Green Mint Crinkles

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 2 tablespoons milk. Add to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup green sugar crystals (or more, to taste).
  7. Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, form the dough into 1-inch balls.
  8. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. (Optional) For extra festive flair, remove a few cookies from the oven a couple of minutes early and top with mini chocolate kisses or festive sprinkles before baking for the remaining time.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy! These cookies are best enjoyed after they have cooled to room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

20g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Green Mint Crinkles?

Green Mint Crinkles takes about 37 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Green Mint Crinkles?

Green Mint Crinkles has approximately 178.7 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Green Mint Crinkles?

The key ingredients for Green Mint Crinkles are Real Butter, Sugar, Peppermint, Vanilla Extract, Egg, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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