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Cinnamon Swirl Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delicious cookies featuring a blend of cinnamon and chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Make sure butter is softened but not melted for fluffy texture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar for variation.
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 pieces eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Measure accurately to prevent spreading.
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Can experiment with dark or white chocolate.
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Can substitute with walnuts or leave nuts out.
For the cinnamon swirl
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  4. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the packed brown sugar, softened unsalted butter, and ground cinnamon until a thick paste forms.
  7. Scoop out half of the cookie dough onto a piece of parchment paper. Spread the cinnamon mixture evenly over the dough. Use the other half of the dough to cover the cinnamon layer. Gently swirl the two doughs together with a knife, being careful not to mix completely.
  8. Wrap the dough in parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Use a cookie scoop to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  4. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

These cookies taste best when served warm with a glass of milk or coffee. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. Freeze for up to three months.

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