Description
Indulge in the joy of baking with The Best Chewy Gluten-free Chocolate Chip Cookies. These delightful treats are perfect for anyone craving a soft, chewy cookie, combining rich chocolate chips with a unique cream cheese twist. This easy recipe calls for simple, gluten-free ingredients that ensure everyone can enjoy these delicious cookies. Whether for a gathering or a late-night snack, these cookies are bound to become your go-to dessert. Bake a batch today and experience the irresistible flavor and texture that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups good all-purpose gluten-free flour
- 1/2 tsp xanthan gum
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, xanthan gum (if necessary), baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer, combine cream cheese and melted butter; mix in brown sugar and white sugar until smooth (about 2 minutes).
- Add egg yolks and vanilla extract one at a time while mixing on low-medium speed until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredient mixture to wet mixture; beat on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Cover dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or up to 4 days.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing evenly apart.
- Bake for about 11-12 minutes or until edges are set; let cool before transferring to racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg