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Delicious Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies, a delightful blend of classic cookie goodness with a unique twist, combining traditional chocolate chips with the tang of sourdough.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed) Helps reduce waste while adding flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Should be at room temperature for best results.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed) Adds moisture and depth of flavor.
  • 1 large egg Room temperature is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Ensure accurate measurements for best results.
Mix-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Feel free to use dark or semi-sweet.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the sourdough discard, egg, and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips gently with a spatula or spoon.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie for spreading.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown and the centers look slightly underbaked.
  9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for fluffier cookies. Keep an eye on baking time to avoid overbaking. Customize with add-ins like nuts or dried fruit.