Recreate the irresistible magic of Girl Scout Thin Mints right in your own kitchen with Todd Wilbur's genius copycat recipe! These homemade cookies deliver the iconic crunch and refreshing balance of rich cocoa and cool peppermint that Thin Mint fans crave. The cookie base is rolled ultra-thin, baked to perfection, and generously dipped in a smooth, mint-infused chocolate coating for that signature crisp and indulgent finish. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-follow recipe yields 36 luscious treats—perfect for sharing or storing for those inevitable snack cravings. Whether enjoyed at room temperature or chilled, these homemade Thin Mints are a minty, chocolatey dream come true.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup.
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the softened butter, egg, and 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until the dough forms.
Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a small round cookie cutter (approximately 1.5 inches in diameter) to cut out cookies.
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them slightly apart.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until crisp. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
While the cookies cool, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler or microwave in 20-second increments, stirring frequently until smooth.
Stir 3/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract into the melted chocolate mixture.
Using a fork, dip each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate to coat completely. Gently tap off any excess chocolate, and place the coated cookies onto a parchment-lined surface to set.
Once the chocolate coating is firm, the cookies are ready to enjoy. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for a more chilled experience.
Serving size | (1002.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 4440.9 |
Total Fat 256.4g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 131.5g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.3g | |
Cholesterol 482.7mg | 0% |
Sodium 1289.9mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 596.3g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 68.8g | 0% |
Total Sugars 388.4g | |
Protein 66.4g | 0% |
Vitamin D 71.7IU | 0% |
Calcium 208.9mg | 0% |
Iron 33.8mg | 0% |
Potassium 2034.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories