Christmas After-Dinner Cookies

MAKES: 60 (5 dozen)

CHILL TIME: 1 Hr

COOK TIME: 10 Min

Robin, from Chino Valley, Arizona shared her recipe for Christmas After-Dinner Cookies that her mom has been making since she was little. The mint adds a refreshing taste to this cookie that is a perfect way to end a meal.

What You'll Need

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 stick butter
1 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 (4.67-ounce) packages chocolate mint wafer candies (each one cut in half)

What to Do

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt chocolate chips and butter.
In a large bowl, combine chocolate mixture, brown sugar, and water; cool slightly. Beat in eggs. Gradually add flour, salt, and baking soda. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until well combined. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat baking sheets with cooking spray.
Shape into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until bottoms of cookies are lightly browned; remove from oven. Place half a mint on top of each warm cookie. Remove to wire rack and cool one minute. Gently spread melted mint over tops of cookies and cool completely.