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Inside Out Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Inside Out Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
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Inside Out Chocolate Chip Cookies are a unique twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, featuring a rich cocoa-based dough studded with creamy white chocolate chips. The dough is chilled for a few hours to achieve thick, soft, and chewy cookies with a beautiful balance of chocolate intensity and sweet vanilla notes. These cookies are perfect for anyone craving a decadent yet approachable homemade treat.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
  • 2/3 cup (55g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon (15ml) milk (any kind, dairy or non)
  • 1 and 1/4 cups (225g) white chocolate chips, plus a few more for optional topping

Instructions

  1. Chill the dough: Begin by preparing the dough, which requires chilling for at least 3 hours or preferably overnight. This step is crucial for achieving thicker, more flavorful cookies.
  2. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl using a hand-held or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium-high speed until fluffy and light in color, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Add the room temperature egg and pure vanilla extract to the bowl and beat on high speed until fully combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  5. Mix dry into wet ingredients: With the mixer running on low speed, slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Beat on low until just combined; the dough will be thick at this stage.
  6. Add milk and white chocolate chips: Increase the mixer speed to high and beat in the milk, followed by the white chocolate chips. The dough will be sticky and tacky. Cover the dough tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours and up to 3 days.
  7. Prepare for baking: Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10 to 20 minutes (depending on how long it was chilled) to make it easier to scoop and roll.
  8. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  9. Shape the cookies: Using a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop heaping 1.5 tablespoon portions of dough and roll into tall, cylinder-like balls to ensure thick cookies. Space them 2-3 inches apart on the baking sheets. Wipe hands clean as needed since the dough is sticky.
  10. Bake the cookies: Bake for 11-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still soft. If the cookies aren’t spreading by minute 9, gently bang the baking sheet on the counter 2-3 times to encourage spreading, then continue baking.
  11. Cool and add toppings: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Optionally, press a few extra white chocolate chips onto the tops of the warm cookies for a pretty finish. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely; the cookies will deflate slightly as they cool.
  12. Storage: Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is mandatory to obtain thick, chewy cookies; do not skip this step.
  • If you want a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk and ensure white chocolate chips are dairy-free.
  • For softer centers, bake for the minimum time and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  • Pressing extra white chocolate chips on warm cookies adds a nice visual appeal but is optional.

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