Looking for the perfect butter cookie with a chocolatey twist? These Ultimate Chocolate Chip Butter Cookies are incredibly tender, rich, and packed with melt-in-your-mouth flavor. With a hint of vanilla and just the right balance of sweetness, these cookies will quickly become your favorite treat to bake (and eat)!
Ingredients:
• 200 g (about 1 cup) butter, softened
• 100 ml (about ½ cup) vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 10 g (2 tsp) baking powder
• 10 g (1 tbsp) vanilla sugar
• 200 ml (about ¾ cup) cornstarch (or any starch)
• 200 g (about 1½ cups) powdered sugar
• 150 g (about 1 cup) chocolate chips (optional but recommended)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Mix in the vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla sugar, stirring until well combined.
3. Sift in the baking powder and cornstarch, and gradually mix in enough flour until the dough is soft and pliable but not sticky.
4. Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
2. Shape the Cookies:
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) or scoop with a cookie scoop.
3. Flatten slightly with your palm or the back of a fork to create a decorative pattern.
3. Bake the Cookies:
1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to maintain the cookies’ soft texture.
2. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Perfect Butter Cookies:
• Customize the Add-Ins: Swap the chocolate chips for chopped nuts, dried fruit, or even white chocolate chunks.
• Make-Ahead: The dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours or frozen for up to 3 months. Simply thaw before baking.
• Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies:
These butter cookies strike the perfect balance between soft and crumbly, with a rich buttery base that’s complemented by chocolate chips. Whether you’re baking for a party, gifting to a friend, or treating yourself, this recipe guarantees rave reviews!
Ready to bake your new favorite cookies? Let us know how yours turned out in the comments!