Recently, we encountered a unique customer request for pink chocolate chip cookies at Lady Fortunes®. Unfortunately, our vendor sent melted pink chocolate chips—twice! Determined not to disappoint our valued client, we took matters into our own hands, piping our own pink chocolate chips onto wax paper to create small dots. Below, we’re sharing a delightful recipe for pink chocolate chip cookies, including a tip for making your own pink chips if you can’t find them ready-made.
Baking with pink chocolate chips adds a whimsical twist to the classic chocolate chip cookie, perfect for a fun treat or special celebration. Here’s how to whip up a batch:
Ingredients:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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3/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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2 cups pink chocolate chips (or pipe your own—see tip below)
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Optional: chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans)
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
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Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or by hand until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.
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Add Pink Chocolate Chips (and Nuts): Gently fold in the pink chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution. If using nuts, stir them in at this stage. Tip: If pink chocolate chips are unavailable or arrive melted, melt pink chocolate, pipe small dots onto wax paper, and let them harden before adding to the dough.
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Scoop and Shape: Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets using a spoon or cookie scoop, spacing them apart to allow for spreading.
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Bake: Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers remain slightly soft. Baking times may vary based on your oven and cookie size.
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Cool: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Enjoy: Once cooled, savor the charming pink chocolate chip cookies with their vibrant hue and delicious flavor!
These cookies bring a pop of color and joy, making them ideal for festive occasions or simply as a cheerful treat to brighten someone’s day.
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