Imagine biting into a cookie so decadent, it transforms your ordinary dessert experience into a chocolate paradise! These Milky Way Chocolate Chip Cookies are not just another sweet treat – they're a mind-blowing fusion of classic chocolate chip cookies and the iconic Milky Way candy bar. With gooey chocolate chips and chunks of caramel-filled chocolate melting in every bite, these cookies promise to be your new obsession. Get ready to elevate your baking game and become the ultimate cookie hero in your kitchen!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped Milky Way bars
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer. Beat on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped Milky Way bars using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Chop Milky Way bars when they're slightly cold to get cleaner cuts.
- Don't overbake - the cookies will continue to set as they cool.
- For extra indulgence, sprinkle sea salt on top right after baking.
- Store cookies between parchment paper layers to prevent sticking.
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly and create better texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
