Perfect Chocolate Chipless Cookies Recipe | Bake & Enjoy
In a world brimming with countless cookie varieties, chocolate chipless cookies carve out a unique niche. These cookies, devoid of the classic chocolate chips, promise a different kind of pleasure for cookie enthusiasts. They cater to those who cherish the buttery, sugary essence of cookies, untethered by the distraction of chocolate. It's a bold stance in a chocolate-dominated realm, but one that reveals the pure, unadulterated flavors of classic cookie dough.
Ingredients
- Melted butter unsalted recommended
- Brown sugar light or dark
- Granulated white sugar
- 1 large egg room temperature
- Pure vanilla extract
- Gluten-free all-purpose flour or regular, if not avoiding gluten with xanthan gum included if using GF flour
- Cornstarch
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
- Sea salt
- Optional: Flaky sea salt for garnish
Instructions
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Ensure that the sugars are fully dissolved into the butter to create a smooth base.
Add Egg and Vanilla:
- To the butter and sugar mixture, add the room temperature egg and vanilla extract. Whisk again until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix together the gluten-free all-purpose flour (or regular), cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt. Stir these dry ingredients until they are well blended.
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir just until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overmix as this can affect the texture of the cookies.
Chill the Dough:
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least an hour. Chilling is crucial as it helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much when baked.
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) near the end of the chilling time.
Prepare Baking Sheets:
- Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to ensure easy removal of the cookies after baking.
Form Cookie Dough Balls:
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 3 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake:
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden but the centers are still soft and underbaked looking. This ensures a chewy texture with slightly crisp edges.
Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, sprinkle with flaky sea salt while they're still warm for an extra flavor contrast.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Once cooled, serve your chocolate chipless cookies as a delicious treat at any time of the day. They pair wonderfully with milk, coffee, or tea.
