Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies, where soft and chewy meet rich and chocolatey. This easy recipe creates cookies that are not only a treat for the taste buds but also remain fresh and moist for days, thanks to the secret ingredient: instant pudding mix. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, these cookies are a versatile dessert option. Pair them with a glass of milk, create ice cream sandwiches, or serve them warm with whipped topping to elevate any occasion. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, baking these delicious cookies is a breeze.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (or vegan butter)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in pudding mix, vanilla extract, and eggs until fully combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and fold in chocolate chips.
- Use a large scoop to drop dough onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden at edges but soft in the center; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For thicker cookies, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking. Experiment with different chocolate chip varieties or add nuts for a personalized touch.