Satisfy your sweet tooth with these irresistible Gluten-Free Thin Mints! These bite-sized cookies perfectly capture the classic crisp texture and refreshing mint-chocolate flavor without compromising on dietary needs. Made with a rich blend of gluten-free flour and unsweetened cocoa powder, these cookies are enhanced with mint extract for that signature cool kick. A silky coating of dark chocolate infused with more mint makes each cookie a decadent treat. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, they’re perfect for anyone craving a nostalgic dessert that’s gluten-free. Whether you enjoy them straight from the fridge or at room temperature, these homemade Thin Mints are bound to be a crowd-pleaser!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Add in the vanilla extract, mint extract, and milk. Beat until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. The dough should be firm and pliable.
Divide the dough into two portions. Place one portion between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness. Repeat with the second portion.
Transfer the rolled dough to the refrigerator to chill for 10-15 minutes. This makes it easier to cut and handle.
Use a small round cookie cutter (about 1.5 inches in diameter) to cut out the thin mint cookies. Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between them.
Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until crisp and set. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies cool, melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Stir in the mint extract.
Dip each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Use a fork to lift it out, letting the excess chocolate drip off, and place it back onto parchment paper.
Allow the chocolate-coated cookies to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator until firm.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for a cooler, crispier treat.
Serving size | 875.8 grams (875.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 3743 |
Total Fat 213.90g | 274% |
Saturated Fat 129.90g | 650% |
Cholesterol 261mg | 87% |
Sodium 156mg | 7% |
Total Carbohydrate 513.10g | 187% |
Dietary Fiber 67.20g | 240% |
Total Sugars 269.90g | |
Protein 47.80g | 96% |
Vitamin D 13IU | 63% |
Calcium 410mg | 32% |
Iron 39mg | 216% |
Potassium 2842mg | 60% |
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