Choco Chip Biscuits recipe

Choco Chip Biscuits

by Leena Kohli (@leenakohli)
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
35min

Choco Chip Biscuits are a classic treat that always satisfies a sweet tooth. With crispy edges and soft, chewy centres, these biscuits offer a delightful bite of chocolate in every piece. Made with simple pantry staples and a generous helping of chocolate chips, these biscuits are quick and easy to...

Ingredients

24 Servings
(1 serving = 1 cookie)
  • 2cups
    All-purpose Flour
  • 1/2tsp
    Baking Powder
  • 1/2tsp
    Baking Soda
  • 1/8tsp
    Salt
  • 150g
    Butter (softened)
  • 1/2cup
    Brown Sugar
  • 1/2cup
    White Sugar
  • 1/2tsp
    Vanilla Extract
  • 1piece
    Egg
  • 1/2cup
    Chocolate Chips

How to make Choco Chip Biscuits

  1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Set it aside.

  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy using a hand whisk or electric mixer at a low speed.

    Step 1.1: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy using a hand whisk or electric mixer at a low speed
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and whisk until the mixture becomes light and frothy.

    Step 1.1: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and whisk until the mixture becomes light and frothy
    Step 1.2: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and whisk until the mixture becomes light and frothy
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, gently folding with a spatula until a soft dough forms. Avoid over-mixing.

    Step 1.1: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, gently folding with a spatula until a soft dough forms
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed by gently kneading the dough.

    Step 1.1: Stir in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed by gently kneading the dough
    Step 1.2: Stir in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed by gently kneading the dough
  7. Let the dough rest for 20-30 minutes.

  8. Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls, then slightly flatten each one.

  9. Arrange the flattened dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them to allow spreading while baking.

    Step 1.1: Arrange the flattened dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them to allow spreading while baking
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers will be slightly soft but will firm up as they cool.

    Step 1.1: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown
  11. Remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

  12. Once cooled, store the biscuits in an airtight container. Enjoy them with your favorite tea or coffee.

    Step 1.1: Once cooled, store the biscuits in an airtight container

Tips & Tricks

  1. Keep an eye on the baking time, as oven temperatures may vary. Adjust accordingly.

  2. Adjust the sugar according to your sweet preferences.

  3. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes can help prevent excessive spreading and give a chewier texture.

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Recipe by

Leena Kohli

(@leenakohli)

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