Ice Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
These Ice Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies bring a fun twist to classic chocolate chip cookies by incorporating your favorite ice cream flavor into the dough. The ice cream adds moisture and richness, creating soft, chewy cookies with a delightful texture and vibrant taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter (melted)
- ⅓ cup (67g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- ½ cup ice cream (use your favorite flavor, see note)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups (248g) all-purpose flour
Mix-ins
- 2 cups (310g) chocolate chips (or a combination of white and chocolate chips)
Instructions
- Prepare the Butter and Sugar Mix: Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour it into an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and while still hot, add both the granulated and brown sugars. Mix on low speed until the mixture is well combined. Then incorporate the ice cream and mix until the batter is smooth.
- Add Egg and Flavorings: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture. Mix for just a few seconds to combine. Then add the baking soda and salt, mixing until smooth.
- Incorporate Flour and Chocolate Chips: Slowly add the all-purpose flour to the batter while mixing. Mix the dough just until it comes together, being careful not to overmix. Stir in the chocolate chips thoroughly to distribute evenly through the dough.
- Chill the Dough Balls: Scoop 2-tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a cookie sheet lined with wax paper. Because you will be chilling them, there is no need to space them apart at this stage. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the chilled cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. If the dough has chilled longer than 4 hours, gently press down each ball with the palm of your hand to encourage flattening during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the cookies begin to turn golden around the edges but remain soft in the center.
- Cool the Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze them for up to 1 month to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can use any favorite ice cream flavor you like, but traditional vanilla or chocolate often work best.
- Chilling the dough helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking, resulting in thicker, chewier cookies.
- If chilling the dough for longer than 4 hours, slightly flatten the dough balls before baking so they bake evenly.
- Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
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