Mint Chocolate Love Hearts for Valentine's Day

Looking for the perfect treat to impress your loved one this Valentine’s Day? These Mint Chocolate Love Hearts are not just cookies; they are a delightful expression of affection. With a rich chocolate flavor complemented by a refreshing mint twist, these cookies make an ideal addition to your Valentine’s cookies lineup.

Imagine a cozy evening with your partner, sharing these delicious Mint Chocolate Love Hearts while sipping on hot cocoa. It’s a simple yet incredibly sweet way to celebrate love and create lasting memories together.

Delicious Mint Chocolate Love Hearts Recipe

Mint Chocolate Love Hearts cookies on a heart-shaped plate with chocolate dip, surrounded by Valentine

These Mint Chocolate Love Hearts are soft, chewy cookies infused with mint and coated in rich chocolate. Each bite offers a delightful balance of flavors, making them a perfect treat for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mint chocolate chips
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the mint chocolate chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shape the Cookies: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space in between for spreading.
Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will continue to cook as they cool.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.