About this eggless chocolate chip cookies recipe
Eggless chocolate chip cookies are a delicious twist on the classic treat, made without eggs but still packed with all the flavor and texture you love. These cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with rich chocolate chips, making them a perfect indulgence for everyone, including those with egg allergies or dietary restrictions.
Recipe highlights –
- Egg-free cookies
- Soft, chewy texture with crisp edges
- Quick and easy to prepare
- Rich and chocolaty flavor in every bite
Eggless chocolate chip cookies prove that you can enjoy the same rich flavors and satisfying textures of classic cookies without using eggs. Whether you’re baking for dietary reasons or simply experimenting, these cookies are a quick, easy, and delicious treat that everyone will love!
Going eggless
There are many reasons to opt for eggless baking, and it’s not just about dietary restrictions. Some people choose egg-free recipes due to allergies, while others follow plant-based or vegan diets.
Even if you’re not avoiding eggs, eggless recipes come in handy when you run out of eggs but still crave freshly baked cookies. These cookies are proof that you don’t need eggs to create the perfect cookie experience.
When replacing eggs in a recipe, the goal is to replicate their role in binding the ingredients, adding moisture, and contributing to texture. Substitutes like yogurt, milk, or even a mix of water and oil work wonderfully in eggless cookie recipes.
These alternatives not only mimic the binding and moisture provided by eggs but also allow the natural flavors of the other ingredients to shine through.
Main ingredients for eggless chocolate chip cookies
The following main ingredients are used in making eggless chocolate chip cookies –
- All-Purpose Flour – The base of the cookies, providing structure.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps achieve the perfect chewy texture. Use a plant-based alternative for a vegan option.
- White and Brown Sugar – White sugar adds sweetness, while brown sugar contributes to chewiness and a hint of caramel flavor.
- Milk – Replaces eggs by adding moisture and binding the ingredients together.
- Vanilla Extract – Enhances the flavor profile and complements the chocolate chips.
- Baking Soda – Helps the cookies rise slightly, giving them a soft and airy texture.
- Salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor.
- Chocolate Chips – The star ingredient, adding bursts of rich, melted chocolate in every bite.
Tips for making eggless chocolate chip cookies
Here are a few handy tips for making the perfect cookies –
- Use butter at room temperature – Room temperature butter helps achieve the ideal cookie texture. Avoid using melted butter as it can make the cookies spread too much.
- Chill the dough – Letting the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before baking. This helps the cookies hold their shape in the oven.
- Space them out – Ensure enough space between cookie dough balls on the baking tray, as they will spread during baking.
- Don’t overbake – Remove the cookies from the oven when the edges are golden and the centers are slightly soft. They’ll firm up as they cool.
- Let the cookies cool – Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for 1-2 minutes after baking. They will still be very soft and might break if you try to move them immediately. Then place them on a wire rack to cool further and firm up.
Serving suggestions
Eggless chocolate chip cookies are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in many ways –
- Serve them warm right out of the oven with a glass of milk for a comforting snack. The combination of the gooey chocolate and the cold milk is a classic pairing that’s hard to beat.
- They also make a perfect treat for kids’ lunchboxes or an after-school snack.
- For a more indulgent experience, pair these cookies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The warm cookies and cold ice cream create a delightful contrast in texture and temperature.
- You can even use the cookies as a base for ice cream sandwiches, layering your favorite flavor between two cookies for a fun and delicious dessert.
- These cookies are sure to be a hit at parties, gatherings, or as a sweet pick-me-up any day of the week.
To make eggless chocolate chip cookies at home follow the detailed step by step recipe with pictures posted below.
Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Recipe Info
Nutrition
Ingredients For Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
- 3/4 Cup Butter unsalted, softened
- 1/2 Cup White Sugar
- 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
- 1/4 Cup Milk
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 ¼ Cups All Purpose Flour (Maida)
- 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 Teaspoon Salt skip if using salted butter
- 1.5 Cups Chocolate Chips
Step By Step Instructions for Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
- Soften butter to room temperature, but do not melt it. Combine butter, white sugar and brown sugar in a mixing bowl.3/4 Cup Butter, 1/2 Cup White Sugar, 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
- Mix the ingredients to a creamy consistency.
- Then add in milk and vanilla extract to the bowl.1/4 Cup Milk, 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Mix the ingredients till combined well.
- Then sift in some all purpose flour or maida. Also add baking soda and salt.2 ¼ Cups All Purpose Flour (Maida), 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda, 1/4 Teaspoon Salt
- Fold to combine the flour with the wet mixture.
- Add in 2/3rd of the chocolate chips to the dough. Save the rest to press onto the cookies later.1.5 Cups Chocolate Chips
- Fold to mix such that the chocolate chips are evenly spread throughout the mixture. Refrigerate the dough for 30 mins.
- Then scoop tablespoon full of dough and shape them into rough balls. Press on the remaining chocolate chips on the top and sides of the cookies and place them on a baking sheet. Keep some distance between them as the cookies will flatten and spread as they bake.
- Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 375℉ or 190℃ for around 10 minutes.
- Then take the cookies out and leave them on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes so that they do not break. Then place them on a wire rack to cool.
- Eggless chocolate chip cookies are ready. Serve them warm as is or with a glass of milk.
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