Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies

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Stack of chocolate chip cookies studded with broken pretzel pieces and coarse salt on a red decorative plate, with a mug and a baking tray of pretzels blurred in the background.

Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies are the perfect blend of sweet and salty, offering a delightful crunch with every bite. These cookies combine the classic taste of chocolate chips with the unexpected twist of salty pretzel pieces. Whether you’re looking for a new favorite treat or a unique cookie to share with friends, these cookies are sure to impress.

Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 24 cookies
Cuisine: American
Nutrition Information: Approximately 150 calories per cookie

Supplies

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 ½ cups crushed pretzels

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed pretzels, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!