Greek Yogurt Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delightfully soft and chewy cookies that incorporate Greek yogurt for a rich flavor and added protein.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed Can be light or dark brown sugar.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup Greek yogurt Plain, can use flavored for variation.
- 2 large eggs Use room temperature eggs.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Sifted if necessary.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust based on taste.
- 2 cups chocolate chips Can substitute with dark chocolate or white chocolate.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well to combine.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Use a cookie scoop or your hands to form balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in your preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Serve warm with a glass of milk or as cookie sandwiches with ice cream. Consider storing in an airtight container.