Recipe
Mediterranean Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Indulge in the Mediterranean twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie. This recipe incorporates the rich flavors of honey, pistachios, and cinnamon, all staples in Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect for a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee.
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Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
12-15 minutes
Total time
32-35 minutes
Yields
Makes 24 cookies
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Kosher, Halal, Low Cholesterol
Allergens
Tree nuts, Wheat, Eggs
Not suitable for
Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Low-carb, Paleo
Ingredients
This recipe replaces the traditional butter with olive oil, and adds honey, pistachios, and cinnamon to give it a Mediterranean twist. We alse have the original recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie, so you can check it out.
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1/2 cup (120ml) olive oil 1/2 cup (120ml) olive oil
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1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
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1/2 cup (120ml) honey 1/2 cup (120ml) honey
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1 egg 1 egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 cup (75g) chopped pistachios 1/2 cup (75g) chopped pistachios
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1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips
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1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Nutrition
- Calories: 160 kcal / 670 KJ
- Fat: 7g (1g saturated)
- Carbohydrates: 23g (14g sugars)
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Salt: 0.1g
Preparation
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1.Preheat oven to 180C (350F).
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2.In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, sugar, and honey until well combined.
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3.Add egg and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
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4.In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
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6.Fold in chopped pistachios, chocolate chips, and cinnamon.
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7.Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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8.Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
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9.Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Pistachios — Toast the pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to enhance their flavor.
Tips & Tricks
- For a chewier texture, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Substitute the chocolate chips with raisins or dried cranberries for a different flavor.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies for an extra touch of sweetness.
Serving advice
Serve warm with a cup of tea or coffee.
Presentation advice
Arrange the cookies on a platter and sprinkle with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
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