8 best chocolate chip cookie recipe cookies and cream
8 best chocolate chip cookie recipe cookies and cream |
1- SLICE-AND-BAKE VANILLA WAFERS
Time: 10 minutes
Time: 15 minutes
Time: 1 to 2 hours
shortbread-like cookies are delicious on their own, but part of their charm is
how they pair well with other desserts, like Cannoli Dessert Dip. And because you can keep the cookie logs in
the freezer for months, you can cut off a few slices any time you have a
hankering for a few crisp, buttery cookies. I actually have a log in my freezer
right now!
softened
sweetener
flour
OPTIONS:
granulated sweetener to achieve the right consistency.
sweetener with an electric mixer until lightened and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Beat in the almond flour, coconut flour, vanilla extract, and salt until well
combined.
wax paper or parchment paper and roll each portion into a log about 1½ inches in
diameter. Wrap tightly in the paper and freeze for 1 to 2 hours.
sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Using a sharp knife, slice
the dough crosswise into ¼-inch slices. Place on the lined baking sheets,
leaving about 1 inch between wafers.
and use a flat-bottomed glass to flatten the cookies slightly. Bake for another
8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are just golden. Remove from the oven and let
cool on the pans. The cookies will still be quite soft when they come out of the
oven but will firm up as they cool.
SUGGESTION: Try using these cookies to
sandwich a little of the Chocolate Buttercream Frosting . Divine!
INSTRUCTIONS: You can keep the unbaked logs
of dough in the freezer for 2 to 3 months. The baked cookies are best stored on
the counter for up to 5 days.
has been in the freezer for more than 2 hours, it can freeze very hard. Set it
out on the counter to soften just long enough that you can slice it without
shattering it. Fifteen minutes ought to do.
SLICE-AND-BAKE VANILLA WAFERS cookies |
SLICE-AND-BAKE VANILLA WAFERS |
2- AMARETTI
Time: 15 minutes
Time: 22 minutes
classic Italian almond cookies made with almond meal and egg whites. They are
slightly crispy and slightly chewy, and perfect with an espresso. This recipe is
a great way to use up leftover egg whites after making a keto custard or
pudding.
for garnish if desired
sweetener
sweetener, plus extra for dusting if desired
OPTIONS:
here. You can do all granulated and skip the powdered version as long as you
make sure to grind it well with the sliced almonds, but this mix of the two
sweeteners gives the cookies the best consistency.
sheets with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment.
almonds, granulated sweetener, and powdered sweetener until the mixture
resembles coarse crumbs.
beat the egg whites with the almond extract and salt until they hold soft peaks.
Carefully fold the almond mixture into the egg whites until just
combined.
mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between them. If
desired, gently press an almond slice on top of each cookie. Bake for 22
minutes, until just brown around the edges. They will feel like jelly when poked
but will firm up as they cool.
on the baking sheets. When cool, gently peel the cookies off the parchment. If
desired, dust each cookie with powdered sweetener.
INSTRUCTIONS: These cookies are best kept on
the counter for up to 5 days.
sliced almonds that still had some skin on them for a more rustic look, but you
could use blanched almond flour for a finer consistency. Just be sure to weigh
the almond flour so that it matches the exact weight I’ve given here. Otherwise,
your cookies will be too dense and heavy.
AMARETTI cookies |
AMARETTI |
3- PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES FOR TWO
Time: 5 minutes
Time: 12 minutes
like me, you have little self-control around freshly baked peanut butter
cookies, especially ones with chocolate chips, like these. This small-batch
version solves that problem!
(salted)
softened
erythritol-based sweetener
Tip)
flour
chips
OPTIONS:
a better consistency, but you might be able to get away with a non-bulk
sweetener here.
sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
butter, and sweetener with an electric mixer until well combined. Beat in the
egg and vanilla extract.
and mix until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half and roll each
half into a ball.
sheet and press each ball into a disc about ½ inch thick. Top each disc with 1
teaspoon of chocolate chips, pressing them into the dough to adhere.
just barely golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool on the pan. The
cookies will still be very soft when they come out of the oven but will firm up
as they cool.
teaspoons of egg, simply beat the egg lightly in a bowl first. This breaks up
the proteins and combines the egg white with the yolk. You can save the rest of
the egg for your breakfast. This recipe also works well with carton egg whites,
if you prefer.
PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES FOR TWO |
4- CREAM CHEESE COOKIES
Time: 15 minutes
Time: 12 minutes
makes for unbelievably tender cookies. These are puffy and soft and almost
somewhere between cookie and cake. They need nothing more than a sprinkle of
powdered sweetener for garnish.
softened
softened
sweetener
flour
dusting
OPTIONS:
cookies structure. They may not fare so well with a non-bulk
sweetener.
sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
butter with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the sweetener and continue to
beat until well incorporated. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
powder, and salt in a medium bowl, then add the flour mixture to the cream
cheese mixture and stir until just combined.
the lined baking sheet; the batter will be quite sticky. Press the cookies down
lightly with the heel of your hand to flatten them slightly.
cookies will still be very soft and light in color. Remove from the oven and let
cool completely on the pan. When cool, dust with powdered sweetener.
INSTRUCTIONS: These cookies can be stored on
the counter for up to 4 days or in the fridge for up to a week. They can also be
frozen for up to a month.
CREAM CHEESE COOKIES |
CREAM CHEESE COOKIES cookies |
5- CHEWY DOUBLE CHOCOLATE COOKIES
Time: 15 minutes
Time: 12 minutes
cookies owe their chewiness to the addition of grass-fed gelatin. Weird but
true, and it really works!
almond flour
gelatin
softened
(unsalted)
sweetener
chips
OPTIONS:
sweetener.
sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
flour, cocoa powder, gelatin, baking soda, and salt.
butter, and sweetener with an electric mixer until well combined. Beat in the
egg and vanilla extract, then beat in the almond flour mixture until the dough
comes together. Stir in the chocolate chips.
few inches apart on the lined baking sheets. Use the heel of your hand to press
the cookies down to about ½ inch thick.
spread and puffed up a bit. They will still be very soft to the touch. Remove
from the oven and let cool completely on the pan.
coconut oil in place of the butter.
INSTRUCTIONS: The cookies are fine on the
counter for up to 5 days or can be kept in the fridge for up to a week. The best
way to freeze them is unbaked. Simply roll the balls, lay them out on a
parchment-lined baking sheet, and freeze. Once they are solid, you can pop them
into a bag or a container, and they will keep for up to 2 months. To bake from
frozen, simply let them thaw on a baking sheet.
CHEWY DOUBLE CHOCOLATE COOKIES |
CHEWY DOUBLE CHOCOLATE COOKIES cookies |
6- NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER CARAMEL COOKIES
Time: 5 minutes (not including time to make caramel
sauce)
Time: 10 minutes
Time: 1 hour
butter and caramel are a match made in dessert heaven—especially when they come
together in an easy-to-make no-bake cookie.
(salted)
extract
coconut
(about 1⅓ cups)
sweetener
OPTIONS:
here.
parchment paper.
sauce and peanut butter until melted and smooth. Stir in the extract and remove
from the heat.
and sliced almonds together until the mixture resembles oatmeal.
pork rinds, and sweetener to the caramel mixture and stir to combine
well.
the lined baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between them. Press the cookies
with the palm of your hand to flatten them.
up.
INSTRUCTIONS: These soft cookies are best
kept in the fridge. They will last for up to a week.
to put pork rinds in a dessert? Well, it works! It gives the cookies a little
crunch as well as cuts down on carbs.
NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER CARAMEL COOKIES |
7- CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT THUMBPRINTS
Time: 15 minutes (not including time to make chocolate hazelnut
spread)
Time: 18 minutes
is Carolyn, and I am obsessed with chocolate and
hazelnut.
sweetener
but not hot
OPTIONS:
sweetener you prefer.
sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
meal, sweetener, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the egg, melted butter, and
vanilla extract until the dough comes together.
few inches apart on the lined baking sheet. Press the balls down with the palm
of your hand to about ½ inch thick. Use your thumb to make a well in the center
of each cookie.
around the edges and just firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and let cool
completely on the pan.
chocolate hazelnut spread into each well.
coconut oil in place of the butter.
INSTRUCTIONS: These cookies are best stored
in the fridge, as the filling can be pretty goopy otherwise. But I like the
flavors best at room temperature, so I always let them sit out for 15 minutes or
so before eating them.
CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT THUMBPRINTS cookies |
CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT THUMBPRINTS |
8- DEEP-DISH CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Time: 5 minutes
Time: 20 minutes
chocolate chip cookies warm from the oven—is there anything
better?
sweetener
flour
chips
OPTIONS:
the best consistency, but you could really use almost anything
here.
4-ounce ramekins or cute little 3½-inch cast-iron skillets, if you can find
them!
butter on high until melted, about 30 seconds. Stir in the sweetener until
dissolved, then stir in the beaten egg and vanilla extract.
until well combined. Divide the dough between the greased ramekins and press to
the edges. Divide the chocolate chips between the ramekins and press gently into
the dough.
but still soft to the touch. The baking time will depend somewhat on how deep
your ramekins are.
ramekins for a few minutes before serving. Eat directly from the ramekin with a
spoon.
coconut oil in place of the butter.
SUGGESTION: These cookies are absolutely
dreamy with some Vanilla Bean Semifreddo , traditional Whipped Cream , or Coconut Whipped Cream .
bigger ramekins, you can bake both servings in one 8-ounce ramekin. The baking
time will increase.
DEEP-DISH CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES |
DEEP DISH CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES |
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