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Oreo Shamrock Shake Cookies

Delightful cookies blending the festive flavors of Shamrock Shake and Oreo with a hint of peppermint and vibrant green hues.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2.75 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure while allowing for a delightful chew.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Leavening agent for rising.
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Powder Aids in fluffiness.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened, for moisture and richness.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetener for texture and taste.
  • 1 piece Egg Room temperature, acts as a binder.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavors.
  • 1 tsp Peppermint Extract Infuses cookies with minty flavor.
  • 6 drops Green Food Coloring Adds a festive appearance.
Mix-Ins
  • 14 pieces Mint Oreos (crushed) Provides cookie crunch and minty goodness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Creaming
  1. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
Adding Wet Ingredients
  1. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and green food coloring until fully combined.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  2. Fold in the crushed Mint Oreos, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Chilling
  1. Scoop out dough balls of about 3 tablespoons each onto prepared baking sheets.
  2. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 48 hours.
Baking
  1. Arrange chilled dough balls with 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  2. Bake for 11-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
Cooling
  1. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Consider adding chocolate chips for an even richer experience. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.