Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies Recipe

Delight your senses with these irresistible Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies! A treasured recipe from a friend's mini cookbook, "A Chocolate Christmas," these cookies are a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Perfect for the holidays or any time you crave a sweet treat, their cute appearance and delicious taste will make them a family favorite. Get ready to twinkle!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 115.8 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies

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How to Make Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg yolk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup cornstarch, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Stir in 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut and 1 cup chocolate chips.
  8. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls.
  9. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets. Lightly flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass dipped in granulated sugar.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

23g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies?

Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies?

Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies has approximately 115.8 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Chip Twinkle Cookies are Butter, Powdered Sugar, Egg Yolk, Vanilla Extract, Flour, Cornstarch. See the full list with measurements above.

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