Homemade Minty Delight: Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Refined Sugar-Free Copycat Thin Mints

Craving for Girl Scout cookies out of season? Satisfy your desire with our Homemade Minty Delight Copycat Thin Mints. These cookies replicate the crisp, minty goodness of the classic Thin Mints but are made with simpler, healthier ingredients like almond flour and maple syrup. Perfect for those who love a guilt-free indulgence without sacrificing taste.

Why You’ll Love This:

If you’re a fan of the iconic Thin Mints, these cookies are a dream come true. They offer the same delightful mint-chocolate flavor and crispy texture but are paleo, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy your favorite treat all year round, especially if you prefer healthier alternatives.

Perfect Occasion:

These cookies are great for gatherings, as a delightful snack with your afternoon tea or coffee, or as a sweet treat for children’s parties. They’re also ideal for gifting to friends and family who appreciate a healthier version of their favorite cookies.

Decoration Tips:

For an extra touch of elegance, drizzle some of the chocolate coating in a zigzag pattern over the hardened cookies. You can also sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt or crushed mint leaves on the chocolate coating before it sets for a gourmet twist.

Ingredients:

Cookie Dough:

• 1 1/4 Cups Almond Flour
• 2 Tbsp Tapioca Flour
• 2 Tbsp Cocoa Powder
• 3 Tbsp Maple Syrup
• 3 Tbsp Unsalted Butter, Melted
• 1/2 Tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 Tsp Peppermint Extract
• Pinch of Salt

Chocolate Coating:

• 1/2 Cup Chocolate Chips
• 1 Tsp Unsalted Butter, Melted
• 1/4 Tsp Peppermint Extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix almond flour, tapioca flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a bowl. Add maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla, and peppermint extracts to form a dough. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
3. Roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out cookies with a small or medium cookie cutter and place on the baking sheet.
4. Bake for 8-9 minutes. Cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator while preparing the chocolate coating.
5. Melt chocolate chips and butter in a microwave, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in peppermint extract.
6. Dip each cookie in the chocolate using a fork. Place on a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
7. Keep the cookies in the fridge for optimal taste and texture.

Enjoy these Homemade Minty Delight Copycat Thin Mints, a healthier but equally tasty version of your favorite Girl Scout cookies!

Enjoy!