Indulge in the perfect blend of health and deliciousness with these Yogurt Chocolate Chip Cookies. By incorporating yogurt, this recipe creates cookies that are wonderfully soft, chewy, and bursting with rich chocolate flavor. Ideal for a guilt-free treat, these cookies are a fantastic way to satisfy your sweet tooth while adding a boost of protein and moisture. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or as a delightful snack throughout the week, these cookies are sure to become a new favorite in your household.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (preferably full-fat or low-fat)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until creamy and well combined.
- Add Egg and Vanilla:
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, and mix until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips:
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Scoop the Dough:
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may appear slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
- Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy:
- Enjoy your delicious Yogurt Chocolate Chip Cookies warm or store them in an airtight container for up to a week!