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Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Cookies

These Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Cookies combine sweet and savory flavors with the unique kick of Korean chili paste, making them an intriguing dessert option.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Fusion, Korean
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup gochujang (Korean chili paste) Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  • Beat in the gochujang, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  • Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are great served warm with milk or ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Keyword Creative Baking, Dessert, Gochujang Cookies, Sweet and Spicy, Unique Cookie Recipe