Description
Discover the magic of Irresistible Geode Cookies, a delightful twist on classic chocolate chip cookies decorated with edible glitter or rock candy to mimic the sparkling beauty of geodes. These cookies offer a perfect balance of buttery softness and chocolate richness, making them a show-stopping treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins & Decoration
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- Edible glitter or rock candy for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the two large eggs and vanilla extract into the creamed butter mixture, beating well to combine for moisture and flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough and keep cookies tender.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the dough to evenly distribute the sweet chunks without breaking them.
- Portion Dough: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart to allow spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Once cooled, decorate the cookies with edible glitter or rock candy to create a sparkling geode effect.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened but not melted for the creaming step to work properly.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to maintain tender cookies.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy clean-up.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating to prevent melting the edible glitter or rock candy.
- For a more pronounced geode effect, place rock candy shards centrally on each cookie.
