If you love mint and chocolate together, these Gluten Free Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies are for you.

Every year for the last twenty-seven years, I have hosted my husband’s office Christmas party. I enjoy making all kinds of Christmas candy and holiday cookies for the party.

Two of the employees eat gluten-free, and since I eat gluten-free too, it is easy for me to make gluten-free treats for those who need them.

This year, I decided to try a new gluten-free cookie recipe for the party. They turned out delicious!

I found a recipe online for Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies, and with a few changes, I adapted it to gluten-free.

These gluten-free Andes Mint Cookies will be a new holiday favorite.

Ingredients

• butter
• sugar
• brown sugar
• eggs
• vanilla extract
• Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour Blend
• cornstarch
• cocoa powder
• baking soda
• salt
• milk
• Andes mints candy
• gluten free semi sweet chocolate chips

Yield: 36 cookies

Gluten Free Andes Mint Cookies

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Mint and chocolate are combined in these delicious gluten free cookies.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour Blend ( see note below)
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 cups Andes Mints chopped into pieces ( be sure to use Andes brands mints because they are gluten free)
• 1 cup gluten free semi sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy. This will take 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Add in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each egg.
4. Beat in vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Slowly add half the flour mixture to the butter and sugar mixture just until well combined.
7. Add half the milk and mix until combined.
8. Add the remaining flour mixture until combined.
9. Add remaining milk until well combined.
10. Stir in Andes Mints and chocolate chips.
11. Scoop dough, using about 2 tablespoons of dough, onto the cookie sheet.
12. Bake for 9-10 minutes.
13. Cool on a baking sheet for 3-4 minutes.
14. Remove to a cooling rack to finish cooling.

Notes

These cookies were tested with Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour blend. Other gluten free flour blends may work, but they have not been tested.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

36

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 292Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 175mgCarbohydrates: 49gFiber: 3gSugar: 26gProtein: 4g

Nutritional values are approximate and aren't always accurate.

More Gluten Free Cookie Recipes

Gluten Free Drop Sugar Cookies

Gluten Free Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

Gluten Free Iced Oatmeal Cookies

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This Homemade White Chocolate Hot Chocolate recipe is a perfect treat for a cold winter’s day or for serving on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.

This white chocolate hot chocolate recipe is one I have been making for years.

I first shared this recipe back in 2011. When I made it last weekend, I knew that it was time to update the recipe and share it again.

I actually didn’t update the recipe. I still make the recipe the exact same way. I did, however, update the pictures. My old post had one small, terrible image.

This recipe was long overdue for an update.

If you are looking for a holiday treat that is a little different, give this white chocolate hot chocolate recipe a try. It is rich, creamy, and delicious.

It made the perfect afternoon treat while I finished reading Family of Spies. If you are looking for a great nonfiction book for you or the nonfiction reader in your family, it is a great one.

If you prefer a rich, chocolate cup of hot chocolate, I think you will love Martha Stewart’s Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe.

Yield: 4 servings

Homemade White Chocolate Hot Chocolate Recipe

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A homemade white chocolate hot cocoa recipe.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 ounces of white chocolate chips
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• 16 onces milk
• 2 ounces cream ( You can use all milk, but part cream is better and richer tasting.)

Instructions

1. In a pan or microwave heat the cream and milk until almost boiling.
2. Remove from heat and stir in white chocolate chips. Stir until white chocolate is melted.
3. Stir in vanilla.
4. Serve with whipped cream and enjoy!

Notes

You can easily half this recipe for just one or two cups or double or triple it for a big batch.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 705Total Fat: 33gSaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 539mgCarbohydrates: 66gFiber: 0gSugar: 17gProtein: 36g

Nutritional values are approximate and aren't always accurate.

Originally posted December 2011. Updated December 2025.

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If you are looking for ways to use up the deer meat in your freezer, this Venison Chili Recipe is a must make.

Chili is my favorite way to use deer meat, and this venison chili recipe is my favorite recipe to make.

I grew up in Oregon with a dad who hunted. Many of the men in the area hunted. Some hunted because they loved it, but the majority in the area I grew up in hunted because they needed the food.

Venison and elk were staples in our kitchen and still are in the area where I grew up.

Thirty years ago, when my husband and I moved to our forty-three acres in Oklahoma, my husband and kids started hunting, and I knew that once again my freezer would be stocked with deer meat.

I don’t remember my mom making a lot of chili when growing up, but for me, it has become my favorite way to use venison. It is also a great way to serve venison to those who don’t really like it. The flavors of chili blend so well with the flavor of venison.

Chili is also one of my favorite recipes to take to serve company, take to church dinners, and send as a meal to someone in need.

I have been asked for my chili recipe quite a few times recently. My reply is usually something like, “Well, the secret ingredient is deer meat, so unless you have that, it won’t taste quite the same.”

Several people who have access to venison through family or friends still wanted the recipe.

While searching for the recipe on my site, I realized I had never shared my venison chili with you.

I think that is because most people are not hunters with a freezer full of meat. It is also very similar to other chili recipes I use.

However, I finally decided it was time to share it here so I can easily give it to people who ask for the recipe.

Frito Chili

While we are talking chili, let’s talk about serving chili in Oklahoma. In Oklahoma, Fritos are required with chili. If I forget the Fritos, I hear about it from my husband and kids.

From what I have been told, Oklahoma made chili and Fritos famous. If you have never tried it, I highly recommend it.

Some people put the Fritos on the bottom of the bowl with chili on top and others put the Fritos on top of the chili.

Either way, it is delicious, especially topped with cheese and sour cream.

Yield: 8

Venison Chili Recipe

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A delicious chili using ground venison.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground venison, see note below
• 1 onion chopped
• 1 green, red, or yellow pepper chopped
• 1 - 2 teaspoons chili powder use 1 teaspoon for a more mild chili and 2 teaspoons or more if you like really spicy chili
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2- 14 1/2 ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1- 10 ounce can Rotel tomatoes or tomatoes with green chilies
• 1- 8 ounce can tomato sauce
• 2- 16 ounce cans pinto beans or kidney beans, rinsed and drained ( We prefer pinto beans, but kidney beans work fine too.)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, brown the venison with onions and green peppers until the meat is cooked through and the onions and peppers are tender. Drain off any fat and return the meat to the pan.
2. Add the chili powder, garlic, salt, paprika, ground cumin, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
3. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beans.
4. Cook on low for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally. You want to cook it at least 30 minutes to let all the flavors blend together well.
5. Serve with cheese, sour cream, Fritos, cornbread, or as desired.
6. See note below for directions for cooking in a slow cooker.

Notes

In place of 2 pounds of ground venison, you can use 1 pound of ground venison and 1 pound of ground beef, or two pounds of ground beef.

If you would like to cook in a slow cooker, cook meat, peppers, and onions until done. Drain fat and place meat in the slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6 hours.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 225Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 112mgSodium: 433mgCarbohydrates: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 31g

Nutritional values are approximate and aren't always accurate.

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It is the time of year when we need quick and easy recipes for everyday meals, but we also need some fun holiday recipes too.

This week’s menu plan has a little bit of both. Here is the plan.

Menu Plan 12.7.25

Quick and easy meals with a few holiday recipes mixed in.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Breakfast Cookies

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Peanut Butter Pancakes

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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

All the flavors of a cinnamon roll in an easy to make muffin.

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Crustless Bacon Cheeseburger Quiche

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Salmon Burgers

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Oven Baked Chicken Legs

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Buttered Rice

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Beef Enchilada Soup

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Oven Tacos

A family and reader favorite for years.

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Coffee Fudge

Coffee fudge is a must make for the holidays. It makes a great food gift for anyone that loves coffee.

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Martha Stewart's Chocolate Pudding

Skip the box and make homemade chocolate pudding.

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Here is this week’s gluten free menu plan. I made notes next to the ingredients that need to be gluten free, but as always read labels to make sure that your ingredients are gluten free.

Gluten Free Menu Plan December 12.7.25

Quick and easy gluten free meals for December.

Gluten Free Pancake Mix Recipe

Make gluten-free pancakes at home with this homemade gluten-free pancake mix.

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Gluten Free Cinnamon Roll Muffins

The flavors of a cinnamon roll in a delicious muffin.

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Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

Boiled eggs made easy in the Instant Pot.

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Huevos Rancheros

An easy and delicious recipe for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Crustless Cheese Quiche

A simple and delicious gluten free quiche.

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Gluten Free Macaroni and Cheese

A gluten free version of a homemade favorite.

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Gluten Free Fried Rice - Gluten Free Kitchen Adventures

A gluten free way to use up leftovers.

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Crock Pot Carrot Soup

Crock Pot Carrot Soup is easy and delicious. Perfect for fall and winter.

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Gluten Free Rum Cake

Gluten Free Rum Cake is an old fashioned rum cake made gluten free free.

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