Irresistible Cookies and Cream Cookies
Irresistible Cookies and Cream Cookies
What makes this recipe special
If you’re a fan of cookies and cream, you’re in for a treat! These Cookies and Cream Cookies combine the delicious crunch of chocolate sandwich cookies with the creamy goodness of chocolate and white chocolate chunks. They’re soft, chewy, and loaded with flavor, making them the ultimate dessert for any occasion.
How to make Cookies and Cream Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
- 1 cup white chocolate bits
- 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend this dry mixture into the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chunks, white chocolate bits, and crushed cookies.
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
How to serve Cookies and Cream Cookies
These cookies are delightful on their own, but you can pair them with a glass of cold milk for an extra special treat. Serve them warm for gooey chocolate goodness or let them cool for a firmer bite.
How to store Cookies and Cream Cookies
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay delicious for about a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze the dough or the baked cookies!
Tips to make Cookies and Cream Cookies
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Don’t overmix the dough after adding the dry ingredients; it should be just combined.
- Use different flavored sandwich cookies for a unique twist!
Variations
You can swap out the white chocolate bits for peanut butter chips or another flavor you prefer. Feel free to mix in your favorite nuts or add a pinch of cinnamon for a different flavor profile.
FAQs
1. Can I use margarine instead of butter?
While margarine can be used, butter will give the cookies a richer flavor and better texture.
2. Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the dough, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for up to 3 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months.
3. What if I don’t have baking soda?
If you don’t have baking soda, you can substitute it with 3 teaspoons of baking powder, but the texture might be slightly different.
4. How do I know when the cookies are done?
The cookies should be lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center. They will firm up as they cool.
Enjoy baking these tasty Cookies and Cream Cookies for a delightful treat!
Cookies and Cream Cookies
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda You can substitute with 3 teaspoons of baking powder if needed.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
- 1 cup white chocolate bits Can be substituted with peanut butter chips for variation.
- 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend this dry mixture into the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chunks, white chocolate bits, and crushed cookies.
Baking
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
