Description

These Soft & Chewy Cookie Monster Cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate chips and colorful sprinkles, resulting in a chewy texture that will bring joy to your taste buds. Perfect for celebrations or just a sweet indulgence, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress everyone in your household. Get ready to enjoy warm, gooey cookies that evoke nostalgic memories with every bite!

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup colorful sprinkles

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
Fold in chocolate chips and sprinkles gently using a spatula.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop mounds onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers are still soft.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Experiment with different types of chocolate chips or add nuts for variations. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent flat cookies.