Description
These Yogurt Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, tender, and slightly tangy thanks to the addition of creamy Greek yogurt. Combining classic chocolate chip cookie flavors with a moist texture, these cookies bake up beautifully golden on the edges and perfectly set in the center. Ideal for dessert or an indulgent snack, they are easy to prepare and yield 24 deliciously satisfying treats.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure they are evenly combined.
- Cream Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture until fully incorporated, creating a smooth batter.
- Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet batter, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in the semisweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn lightly golden and centers are set but still soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Using Greek yogurt contributes to the cookies’ softness and imparts a pleasant tangy flavor.
- For added texture and flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or oats.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
