Description
These are the best sourdough chocolate chip cookies, offering a delightful chewy texture with a hint of sourdough tang and rich chocolate chips. They are easy for beginners and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup active sourdough starter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold in the sourdough starter until just incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet ingredients until no dry flour remains.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of sourdough cookie dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Allow sourdough chocolate chip cookies to cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
- Use active sourdough starter for best results.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate chips.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Reheat in the microwave for about 10 seconds to restore chewiness.
- Freeze cookies individually wrapped for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 44g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg