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Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies are a wholesome twist on the classic treat, made with whole wheat flour, natural sweeteners like maple syrup and dark brown sugar, and rich dark chocolate chunks. Chilling the dough enhances the flavor and texture, resulting in soft, lumpy cookies with melty chocolate pools and an optional sprinkle of flaky sea salt for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 175 g whole wheat flour (or spelt or rye flour) (1-1/4 cup)
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 85 g unsalted butter, melted (6 tbsp)
  • 75 g maple syrup (1/4 cup)
  • 50 g dark brown sugar (1/4 cup)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 50 g 70% dark chocolate, chopped (1/4 cup)
  • Optional: flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, kosher salt, and cornstarch until evenly combined. Set aside.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter, maple syrup, dark brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until the dough is evenly combined and free of dry clumps.
  4. Add chocolate chunks: Fold in the chopped dark chocolate pieces carefully to distribute them throughout the dough. Cover the bowl and chill the dough for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight to develop flavor and firmer texture.
  5. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Scoop and shape dough: Scoop cookie dough into 2 tablespoon-sized rounds and shape each into a lumpy, squat cylinder. Arrange them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets to allow spreading.
  7. Add optional chocolate topping: If desired, press additional chopped chocolate on top of each cookie dough mound to create rich chocolate pools after baking.
  8. Bake initial 7 minutes: Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake the cookies for 7 minutes.
  9. Flatten cookies and continue baking: Remove the baking sheets and gently bang each pan on the counter to flatten the cookies slightly and encourage spreading, then return them to the oven and bake for an additional 3 minutes.
  10. Cool and garnish: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for several minutes. While still warm, optionally sprinkle flaky sea salt on top to enhance the flavor contrast. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely if desired.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is essential for best texture and flavor.
  • You can substitute white whole wheat flour or spelt flour if preferred.
  • For a different sweetness profile, honey or agave syrup can replace maple syrup, but texture may vary.
  • Make sure to space cookies well on the sheet pans to prevent sticking during spreading.
  • Flaky sea salt on top adds a gourmet touch that balances sweetness beautifully.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/whole-wheat-chocolate-chip-cookies-recipe/