The Best Chewy Gluten-free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in The Best Chewy Gluten-free Chocolate Chip Cookies—an irresistible treat that delights everyone, regardless of dietary restrictions! These cookies combine the richness of cream cheese and butter to create a soft, chewy texture that’s perfect for any occasion. With gooey chocolate chips and simple, accessible ingredients, this gluten-free recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home. Enjoy them warm from the oven, or share with friends at gatherings; either way, you’ll be savoring every delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups good all-purpose gluten-free flour
- 1/2 tsp xanthan gum
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 oz cream cheese (room temp)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, xanthan gum, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- In a stand mixer, blend cream cheese and melted butter. Add sugars and mix until combined.
- Add vanilla extract and egg yolks one at a time while mixing.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture until just blended.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least four hours or up to four days.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop even mounds of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for about 11–12 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly undercooked.
- Cool slightly before transferring to a rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg