Yogurt Chocolate Chip Cookies (Printable)

Soft, chewy cookies featuring creamy Greek yogurt and semi-sweet chocolate chips for an egg-free twist on the beloved classic treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
02 - ½ cup granulated sugar
03 - ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
04 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
05 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
07 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
08 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Add-Ins

09 - 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
03 - Mix in the Greek yogurt and vanilla extract until well combined.
04 - In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
06 - Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Drop generous tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing at least 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 9–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
09 - Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The Greek yogurt creates the softest, chewiest texture you've ever experienced in a cookie.
  • These stay fresh for days without becoming stale or hard.
  • Perfect for when you're out of eggs but still want homemade cookies.
02 -
  • The dough will be stickier than traditional cookie dough, which is completely normal.
  • Do not overbake these cookies as they continue cooking on the hot baking sheet.
  • Room temperature ingredients are crucial for proper texture and even baking.
03 -
  • Chill the dough for thirty minutes before baking for thicker cookies with more flavor development.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top immediately after baking for a gourmet touch.
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