Zapisz These soft and chewy Yogurt Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful egg-free twist on the classic treat. By using creamy Greek yogurt instead of eggs, you achieve a wonderfully moist texture and a slight tang that complements the sweetness of the semi-sweet chocolate chips perfectly.
Zapisz Whether you are out of eggs or simply looking for a lighter, vegetarian-friendly cookie, this recipe is a reliable go-to for any dessert occasion. The dough is simple to whip up with basic pantry staples and yields a generous batch of 36 cookies.
Ingredients
- Wet Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature), ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup light brown sugar (packed), ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or regular yogurt), 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
- Dry Ingredients: 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt.
- Add-Ins: 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Instructions
- 1. Oven Prep
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. Creaming
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- 3. Wet Mix
- Mix in the Greek yogurt and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4. Dry Mix
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- 5. Combine
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Note that the dough will be sticky.
- 6. Fold
- Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- 7. Portion
- Drop generous tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart.
- 8. Bake
- Bake for 9–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- 9. Cool
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
If you don't have Greek yogurt on hand, regular plain yogurt can be substituted for a similar result. Make sure your butter is truly at room temperature to ensure it incorporates smoothly with the sugars.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For a flavor twist, try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the dry ingredients or a handful of chopped nuts for extra crunch. You can also experiment with dark or milk chocolate chips depending on your preference.
Serviervorschläge
These cookies are best served slightly warm with a cold glass of milk. For storage, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain their softness.
Zapisz At approximately 113 calories per cookie, these treats are a satisfying way to end a meal or enjoy as a mid-afternoon snack. Enjoy the perfect balance of golden edges and gooey chocolate in every bite!
Najczęściej zadawane pytania dotyczące przepisów
- → Dlaczego te ciasteczka są miękkie?
Jogurt grecki dodaje wilgotności i sprawia, że ciasteczka pozostają miękkie nawet po kilka dniach od upieczenia.
- → Czy mogę użyć innego jogurtu?
Tak, regularny jogurt naturalny działa dobrze, choć grecki jogurt daje gęstszą, bardziej kremową konsystencję.
- → Jak przechowywać ciasteczka?
Przechowuj w szczelnym pojemniku w temperaturze pokojowej do 4 dni. Mogą też być mrożone do 3 miesięcy.
- → Czy ciasto jest lepkie?
Tak, ciasto będzie się kleić—zu normalne. Użyj łyżki do nakładania porcji na blachę.
- → Czy mogę dodać orzechy?
Oczywiście! Posiekane orzechy włoskie lub pekan świetnie komponują się z czekoladą.
- → W jakiej temperaturze piec?
Piecz w 190°C przez 9-12 minut, aż brzegi się zarumienią.