Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Twists Recipe
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Twists combine the classic flavors of chocolate chip cookies with a unique twisted dough shape, resulting in a delicious, chewy treat perfect for snack time or dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookie dough twists 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and smooth. This step creates a light and fluffy base for your cookie dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated, producing a rich and flavorful dough.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semisweet chocolate chips to evenly distribute the chocolate throughout the dough.
- Shape the Twists: Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope shape and twist it gently to create the distinctive twist shape. Place the twists on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each for spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft.
- Cool: Allow the cookie dough twists to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it becomes too soft to handle while shaping twists.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or swap half of the chocolate chips for white chocolate chips.
Keywords: chocolate chip cookie dough, twisted cookies, homemade cookies, easy desserts, baking
