
Honey Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite cookie recipe has to be these honey chocolate chip cookies, and I'm so excited to share it with you. The honey adds a natural sweetness and moisture that keeps them soft and chewy, plus it's packed with antioxidants that make you feel a little better about indulging. What I love most is how quick they come together, taking just 20 minutes to prep before they hit the oven. They're also incredibly budget friendly since you probably have most of these ingredients in your kitchen already. With simple measurements and straightforward steps, even beginner bakers can master these treats in about 45 minutes total. Trust me, once you taste the rich dark chocolate melting into that honeyed dough, you'll be making them again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 100brown sugar
- 100honey
- 150butter
- 2large eggs
- 5vanilla extract
- 1baking soda
- 5salt
- 150dark chocolate chips
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for this step.
- 3
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 5
Stir in the honey and chocolate chips.
Tip: Use a rubber spatula for this step.
- 6
Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking tray, leaving about 2cm of space between each cookie.
Tip: Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies.
- 7
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Tip: Don't overbake, as the cookies will continue to cook after being removed from the oven.
- 8
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Tip: This will help the cookies retain their shape.
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