Copycat Girl Scout Thin Mint Cookies Recipe
Thin mints are one of the most popular girl scout cookies! Check out this fun copycat girl scout thin mints recipe that you can make right at home.
Get ready to dive into the world of DIY Girl Scout Thin Mints. We’re talking crispy chocolate wafers with a cool minty kick, all wrapped up in a smooth chocolate coating. Trust me, these babies are so good, you’ll be tempted to set up a cookie stand in your living room!
FAQs: Q: Can I use regular mint extract instead of peppermint?
A: Sure thing! Just remember, regular mint might give you more of a toothpaste vibe. Stick with peppermint for that authentic Thin Mint magic.
Q: How long do these last?
A: In theory, about a week. In reality? Good luck keeping them around for more than a day!
Why are thin mints so popular?
Thin mints are popular because they are chocolatey and have a great peppermint flavor. They also have a nice crunch to them and they are terribly addictive. This thin mint cookie recipe is just a good as the real thin mints! 
So, my little cookie entrepreneur (aka my 8-year-old daughter) decided to “help” me make these. Let’s just say our kitchen looked like a chocolate bomb went off. But you know what? Seeing her proud chocolatey grin made the mess totally worth it. Plus, we may have accidentally invented a new floor cleaning method. Patent pending!
Tips for making with kids:
- Embrace the mess. Seriously, just let it go.
- Let them be in charge of the mixing. It’s like arm day, but tastier.
- Have them taste-test the mint level. Watch their faces for that “just right” scrunch.
- Turn coating the cookies into a dipping contest. Most even coating wins!
Where do I serve these copycat thin mint girl scout cookies?
Fun places to serve these cookies:
- Movie night with the squad
- Post-yoga snack (balance, right?)
- “Adulting” reward (paid bills = cookies)
- Your next book club meeting
- Surprise office treat (instant promotion material)
What ingredients do you need for these copycat thin mint cookies?
- 3/4 cup (1.5 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, brought to room temp*
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, scooped and leveled
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
You won’t need any dark chocolate, peppermint oil, almond flour, maple syrup or semisweet chocolate for this thin mint recipe. These chocolate cookies are easily made with simple ingredients from the grocery store and they taste just like the real thing.
It’s a simple recipe for the thin mint lover in your life.
What equipment do you need for the best girl scout cookie?
- Parchment lined baking sheets
- Piping Bag, optional
- 2inch – 3 inch round cookie cutter
- Microwave-safe bowls
- Hand or stand mixer
- Rolling Pin
If it’s that time of year where you have run out of boxes of cookies gather all the ingredients to make these delicious unique cookies. The end result is a delicious mint chocolate easy recipe with a yummy cookie part.
Why this recipe works:
This DIY version hits all the right notes: the satisfying snap, the cool mint flavor, and that irresistible chocolate coating. Plus, making them at home means you can tweak the mint level to your liking. Whether you’re reliving your Girl Scout days or just feeding your cookie addiction, these homemade Thin Mints are a total win. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with a glass of milk and a stack of cookies!
Here are some more amazing girl scout cookie copycats to try:
Copycat Girl Scout Thin Mint Cookies Recipe
This amazing girl scout thin mint cookies are so easy to make at home!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup (1.5 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, brought to room temp*
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, scooped and leveled
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, candy melts, or almond bark
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter and sugar for 3-4 mins until light and fluffy with a paddle attachment.
- Add in the egg, vanilla, and peppermint extracts. Mix on medium until fully incorporated.
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, salt and baking powder into the bowl.
- Mix on low speed until just combined.
- Roll the dough out on a sheet of parchment to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut out circles using a 2-3 inch cutter.
- Place in the fridge to chill* for 30 mins while your oven preheats to 350.
- Remove from the fridge and bake for 10-12 mins until edges are set (the center will still look soft)
- Allow to cool on cookie sheet for 10 min before removing to a cooling rack.
- Once cooled, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until fully melted.
- Add in the peppermint extract and stir well.
- Dip each cookie into the chocolate and use a fork to help lift the cookies from the chocolate.
- Place each cookie on a sheet of parchment or wax paper.
- After sitting at room temperature for about 15 mins, Add leftover chocolate to a piping bag and squeeze out a chocolate drizzle over top! (This is optional but super cute)
- Place in the fridge for 30-45 mins to set
- Storage:
- Store at room temp in an air-tight container for 2-3 days or inside of the fridge for up to 7 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months.
Notes
You can use dutch processed cocoa powder in place of regular.
To bring the eggs to room temperature, place them in a bowl of warm water for 5 mins-do not let them sit out for hours. (More info on egg safety is in the Baking Basics Bundle)
We use coconut oil in this because it hardens and doesn't stay a liquid when cool. When thinning out chocolate while you can use vegetable oil or canola oil, i highly recommend using coconut oil or paramount crystals to thin out chocolate.
I did bake off half the batch immediately while the other half went into the fridge for 30 mins, the only difference was the cold cookies did NOT bubble up in the oven, where the room temp ones did, but they were the same size, minimal spreading occurred
Nutrition Information
Yield
24Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 152Total Fat 5gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 9mgSodium 29mgCarbohydrates 26gFiber 2gSugar 17gProtein 2g
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What a great idea to do homemade Girl Scout cookies!