Chocolate Chip Mac Cheese Cookies (Print)

Enjoy cheddar, macaroni, and chocolate chips in a deliciously unconventional sweet-salty cookie fusion.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins

09 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
10 - 1 cup cooked elbow macaroni, drained and cooled
11 - 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar using an electric mixer or whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy.
04 - Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and blend until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Gently fold in the grated cheddar, cooled macaroni, and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing each portion 2 inches apart for even baking.
08 - Place baking sheets in oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are set.
09 - Remove cookies from oven and allow to cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Made with ingredients you likely already have in your pantry and fridge
  • Kid-friendly but grown ups get hooked too
  • Ready for baking in under forty minutes
  • A fusion flavor that surprises without being too intense
02 -
  • Each cookie balances sweet and savory so even skeptics find it surprisingly addictive
  • Freezes perfectly both as raw dough and baked cookies
  • Vegetarian friendly snack or dessert
03 -
  • If you grate your cheese extra fine it melts into the dough for a smoother texture
  • Do not rush cooling macaroni (warm pasta can make the dough too sticky)
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies and even baking
  • A little sprinkle of flaky sea salt before baking transforms them into next level treats

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