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Recipe
Italian Chocolate Chip Cookies
Biscotti al Cioccolato con Gocce di Cioccolato
4.9 out of 5
In Italian cuisine, cookies are often enjoyed with a cup of espresso or cappuccino. These Italian Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delicious twist on the classic American treat, with a slightly crunchy texture and rich chocolate flavor.
Metadata
Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
12-15 minutes
Total time
32-35 minutes
Yields
Makes 24 cookies
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Nut-free, Soy-free, Peanut-free, Kosher
Allergens
Wheat, Milk, Eggs
Not suitable for
Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Paleo
Ingredients
Italian Chocolate Chip Cookies are typically smaller and crunchier than their American counterparts. They also often include nuts or dried fruit in addition to chocolate chips. We alse have the original recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie, so you can check it out.
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1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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2 large eggs 2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup (170g) semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup (170g) semisweet chocolate chips
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal / 753 kJ
- Fat: 9g (5g saturated)
- Carbohydrates: 23g (14g sugars)
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Salt: 0.1g
Preparation
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1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
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2.In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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3.Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
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4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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5.Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
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6.Fold in the chocolate chips.
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7.Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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8.Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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9.Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Chocolate chips — Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor and texture.
- Butter — Make sure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
Tips & Tricks
- For a nutty flavor, add 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts or almonds to the dough.
- For a fruity twist, add 1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries to the dough.
Serving advice
Serve these cookies with a cup of espresso or cappuccino for an authentic Italian experience.
Presentation advice
Arrange the cookies on a platter and dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
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