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Greek Yogurt Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: About 18 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these soft and chewy Greek Yogurt Chocolate Chip Cookies that combine classic flavors with a healthier twist. The addition of creamy full-fat Greek yogurt adds moisture and tang, making these cookies irresistibly tender while maintaining the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Perfect for an everyday treat or a special dessert, these cookies are easy to make and sure to please any chocolate chip cookie lover.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and to promote even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure they are evenly distributed and to prevent clumping.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy and fluffy, which will help create a tender cookie texture.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the large egg, plain full-fat Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture until the batter is smooth and well combined, providing moisture and flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently just until combined to avoid overmixing and to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough for chocolate bursts in every bite.
  7. Shape Cookies: Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges turn golden brown but the centers remain soft for a chewy texture.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, slightly underbake and allow them to cool on the baking sheet.
  • You can substitute the semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate or white chocolate chips based on preference.
  • Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with the sugars.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Greek yogurt adds moisture but can also slightly tang the flavor; use full-fat for best results.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Greek yogurt cookies, chocolate chip cookies, soft cookies, easy dessert, healthy cookies, homemade cookies

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