Indulge in the sweet and chewy goodness of these Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies without feeling guilty. Made with whole wheat flour and dark chocolate chips, these cookies are a healthier twist on the classic favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delicious Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.
Interesting Facts
Whole wheat flour adds extra fiber and nutrients to these cookies compared to traditional all-purpose flour.
Dark chocolate chips are a healthier alternative to milk chocolate chips, providing antioxidants and less sugar.