Bavarian Mint Chippers

• 1 cup softened butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 tsp. instant coffee
• 1 Tbsp. hot water
• 3/4 tsp. mint extract
• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1 tsp. soda
• 1 tsp. salt
• 2 cups chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped almonds

Directions

Cream butter with sugars. Add eggs, beating well. Dissolve instant coffee in hot water and add, along with mint extract. Sift dry ingredients; add and mix well. Stir in chips and nuts. Drop by teaspoonful onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 375 degrees F for 8-10 minutes.

By Robin from Washington, IA