Irresistible No-Chill Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies: The Perfect Hybrid Treat for Every Occasion

Finding a treat that delights every member of the family can often feel like a culinary quest. Kids usually gravitate towards simple, sweet flavors, while adults often seek something a little more nuanced and satisfying. What if you could blend the classic comfort of a sugar cookie with the universally adored richness of chocolate chips? Look no further! This recipe for **Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies** is the delicious, not-too-sweet hybrid everyone will enthusiastically agree on. Get ready to bake a batch of pure joy that perfectly marries two beloved cookie worlds!

If you were to conduct a survey asking a hundred people about their favorite cookie, two distinct answers would undoubtedly rise to the top: the timeless chocolate chip cookie and the simple, comforting sugar cookie. Both have their loyal fans, but imagine a world where you don’t have to choose!

But can you truly elevate a classic sugar cookie with the addition of chocolate chips?

The answer is a resounding, delicious YES! That’s precisely why this incredibly easy **No-Chill Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookie recipe** has become a personal favorite. This recipe takes everything you love about soft, chewy sugar cookies and infuses it with the exciting, bittersweet notes of quality chocolate. It’s the ultimate ‘best of both worlds’ treat. Forget the tedious waiting; this recipe is designed for immediate gratification, making it perfect for last-minute holidays, impromptu parties, or simply a spontaneous craving for something sweet. So, tie on your apron, preheat your oven, and let’s create some magic in the kitchen!

Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies

These aren’t just any cookies; they’re a revelation for anyone who appreciates a perfectly balanced dessert. Here’s why this recipe deserves a permanent spot in your baking repertoire:

• No-Chill Convenience: Say goodbye to long chilling times! This recipe lets you go from mixing bowl to oven in minutes, perfect for satisfying sudden cookie cravings.
• Perfect Texture: Enjoy a cookie that’s wonderfully soft and chewy in the center with delightfully crisp edges – a signature of a well-made sugar cookie.
• Flavor Harmony: The subtle sweetness of the sugar cookie base beautifully complements the rich, nuanced flavor of bittersweet chocolate chips, creating a taste experience that’s neither too sweet nor too rich.
• Crowd-Pleaser: This hybrid cookie appeals to all ages. Kids love the chocolate, adults appreciate the classic sugar cookie base, making it a hit at any gathering.
• Versatile for Any Occasion: From casual weeknight desserts to festive holiday platters, these cookies fit right in. They’re impressive yet straightforward to make.
• Simple Ingredients: You likely already have most of these pantry staples on hand, making this a go-to recipe for any time.

🥘 Essential Ingredients for Your Best Batch

Crafting these delectable chocolate chip sugar cookies requires a few simple, high-quality ingredients. Each component plays a crucial role in achieving the perfect flavor and texture that makes these cookies so irresistible. Here’s a detailed look at what you’ll need and why:

• Unsalted Butter: For a lusciously rich and creamy flavor, use cold, diced butter. Starting with cold butter helps create pockets of air during the creaming process, leading to a lighter, more tender crumb. Unsalted butter allows you to control the total salt content in the recipe.
• Granulated Sugar: This classic white sugar is the cornerstone of any sugar cookie, providing that satisfying sweet flavor and contributing to the crisp edges and soft centers that make these cookies so enjoyable.
• Baking Powder: As a leavening agent, baking powder is essential for giving these cookies their characteristic rise and contributing to their satisfyingly chewy texture. Ensure it’s fresh for optimal results.
• Salt: A pinch of salt is vital for balancing the sweetness and enhancing all the other flavors, making them sparkle and preventing the cookies from tasting one-dimensional.
• Egg: Eggs serve as an essential binder in cookie dough, helping to hold everything together. They also contribute moisture, richness, and act as a leavening agent. Use fresh, chilled eggs for the best taste and texture in your baked goods.
• Vanilla Extract: Derived from the flavorful bean of a tropical orchid, pure vanilla extract provides a wonderfully woody, sweet, and smooth taste that complements and elevates the sugary notes in these cookies. Don’t skimp on quality here!
• Flour: All-purpose flour is an excellent choice for building the ideal tender yet sturdy texture in these sweets. Make sure to measure it correctly by spooning it into the measuring cup and leveling it off, rather than scooping directly from the bag, which can lead to too much flour.
• Milk and Dark Chocolate Chips: These irresistible morsels are truly the highlight of this hybrid recipe! You can use one or both types to suit your personal taste preference – a blend offers a lovely complexity. I am a huge fan of chocolate chunks for extra melty pockets, but mini chocolate chips also work beautifully for a more even distribution of chocolate.

For precise quantities, please refer to the detailed recipe card below.

🔪 Step-by-Step Baking Instructions

Creating these delightful No-Chill Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies is a straightforward process, even for beginner bakers. Follow these steps carefully for a perfect batch every time:

Step One: Cream the Butter and Sugar. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cold, diced unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Using an electric hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat on medium speed for about 1 minute, then increase to high speed and continue creaming for another 2-3 minutes. This crucial step incorporates air, making the mixture light, fluffy, and pale in color, which is key to a tender cookie.

Step Two: Mix in Wet and Leavening Agents. Reduce the mixer speed to low. Add the fresh chilled eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then, mix in the vanilla extract, salt, and baking powder. Gradually begin adding the all-purpose flour, about a cup at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Overmixing the flour can lead to tough cookies.

Step Three: Incorporate Remaining Flour and Chocolate Chips. Continue adding the remaining flour gradually. If the dough becomes too stiff for your mixer, turn it off and gently knead in the rest of the flour by hand. Stop mixing as soon as the flour streaks disappear and the dough is evenly combined. Finally, fold in the milk and dark chocolate chips using a rubber spatula until they are uniformly distributed throughout the dough.

Step Four: Scoop Dough Balls. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Using a cookie scoop (a 2-tablespoon scoop works well for medium-sized cookies), scoop out uniform balls of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. For no-chill dough, it’s easier to scoop first.

Step Five: Flatten and Shape. Gently flatten each dough ball with the palm of your hand to about ¼-inch (0.5 cm) thickness. Then, use a 2-inch round cookie cutter to cut around each flattened dough portion, creating perfectly neat, uniform circles. This technique helps manage the slightly stickier no-chill dough and gives your cookies a professional finish. Preheat your oven to 356°F (180°C).

Step Six: Bake and Cool. Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes on the middle rack of your preheated oven (180 °C / 356 °F, top-bottom heat), or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are just set but still slightly soft. They will continue to cook slightly as they cool. Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Then, it’s time to enjoy your perfectly baked treats!

🧑‍🍳 Smart Substitutions for Your Baking Needs

Don’t have all the ingredients on hand, or catering to specific dietary needs? No problem! Here are some excellent substitutions that will allow you to still enjoy these delicious cookies:

• Butter: For a dairy-free or vegan option, you can easily swap traditional butter for an equal amount of high-quality vegan butter sticks (such as Earth Balance or Miyoko’s Kitchen). Ensure it’s a stick form for best baking results, as tub varieties can have different water content.
• Baking Powder: If your pantry is out of baking powder, you can create a suitable substitute by mixing equal parts cream of tartar and baking soda. For example, to replace 1 teaspoon of baking powder, use ½ teaspoon cream of tartar and ¼ teaspoon baking soda.
• Egg: For those with an egg allergy or following a vegan diet, a “flax egg” is an excellent allergen-free substitute. To make one flax egg, combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseeds with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it forms a gel-like consistency. Mashed ripe banana or unsweetened applesauce can also work, but be aware they may impart a slight flavor change and alter the texture slightly.
• Vanilla Extract: If you’re looking for a different flavor profile or are out of vanilla, almond extract makes an excellent swap, though it’s much stronger, so use about half the amount. For a more intense vanilla flavor, consider using the scrapings of a fresh vanilla bean or a high-quality vanilla bean paste.

🍫 Creative Variations to Customize Your Cookies

While these Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies are fantastic on their own, don’t hesitate to get creative with variations to suit your taste or the occasion. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Chocoholic’s Delight: If dark and milk chocolate chips aren’t enough to satisfy your cocoa cravings, consider stirring in some white chocolate chips for a triple chocolate sensation! You could also add a tablespoon or two of cocoa powder to the dough itself for a double chocolate sugar cookie.
• Nuts for Crunch: Add some delightful texture and a nutty flavor by folding in about ½ cup of finely chopped toasted almonds, walnuts, or pecans to the dough. Toasting the nuts beforehand enhances their flavor significantly.
• Fun and Fruity: For a festive touch or a burst of tartness, fold in ½ cup of dried cranberries or golden raisins. Chopped dried apricots or cherries would also make wonderful additions, adding color and chewiness. For a brighter note, add the zest of an orange or lemon.
• Spiced Comfort: Introduce warmth by adding ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg to the dry ingredients. These spices pair beautifully with both sugar and chocolate.
• Gourmet Touches: Swirl a teaspoon of espresso powder into the butter mixture to deepen the chocolate flavor, or add a hint of mint extract for a refreshing twist.
• Decorated Delights: These cookies are a perfect canvas for decoration! Dip them in melted chocolate, dust them with powdered sugar, or drizzle them with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk. For holidays, consider adding festive sprinkles to the dough before baking or on top of a glaze.

🍽 Essential Baking Equipment

Having the right tools can make your baking experience smoother and more enjoyable. For these No-Chill Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies, here’s the equipment you’ll find most useful:

• Lined Baking Pan: Use a sturdy baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a reusable silicone baking mat. This prevents sticking, ensures even baking, and makes cleanup a breeze.
• Mixer and Mixing Bowl: To make the dough effortlessly light and fluffy, an electric hand mixer or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment is highly recommended. It efficiently creams the butter and sugar and combines ingredients evenly. A large mixing bowl is essential for containing the ingredients.
• Cookie Scoop: This invaluable tool is perfect for dishing out raw dough in consistent, even portions. Uniform cookies bake more evenly and look professional. A 2-tablespoon scoop is ideal for standard-sized cookies.
• Round Cookie Cutout: For that perfectly uniform, neat circle shape, especially with our no-chill sticky dough, a 2-inch round cookie cutter is just right. It helps create those classic sugar cookie edges.
• Cooling Rack: A wire rack is crucial for allowing air to circulate around your freshly baked cookies. This prevents the bottoms from becoming soggy and helps them cool quickly and evenly.
• Measuring Cups and Spoons: Accuracy is vital in baking, so make sure you have a complete set of dry measuring cups and liquid measuring cups, along with measuring spoons.

🌡 Storage Tips for Freshness

To ensure your delicious Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies stay fresh and delightful for as long as possible, proper storage is key. Here’s how to keep them at their best:

Once the cookies have completely cooled on a wire rack (this is important to prevent condensation and sogginess), transfer them to an airtight container. Layering them with parchment paper can help prevent sticking if you stack them. Store them at room temperature, away from direct sunlight or heat, for up to two weeks. For longer storage, you have a couple of options:

• Freezing Baked Cookies: Place cooled cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid (about 1-2 hours). Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe airtight container or heavy-duty freezer bag, separated by parchment paper. They can be stored for up to 3 months. To enjoy, simply thaw at room temperature or warm slightly in a low oven for a “freshly baked” feel.
• Freezing Cookie Dough: You can also prepare the dough ahead of time and freeze it. Scoop the dough into balls, flatten, and cut with a cookie cutter as instructed. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm. Then transfer the frozen dough cut-outs to a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, you can bake them directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time, or let them thaw slightly on the baking sheet before baking.

🙋🏻 Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies

Here are answers to some common questions about making and enjoying these delicious cookies:

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📖 Recipe: Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies

Chocolate Chip Sugar Cookies

Nora

Do you love chocolate chips and sugar cookies? Combine the two in this irresistible recipe that will have everyone asking for more. Get ready to enjoy the best of both worlds with this no-chill recipe!

5 from 31 votes

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Prep Time

10 minutes mins

Baking Time per Baking Sheet

10 minutes mins

Total Time

20 minutes mins

Course
Cookies, Dessert

Cuisine
American

Servings

60 Cookies

Calories

83 kcal

Equipment

• Baking pan
• Hand mixer or Stand mixer with a paddle attachment
• Mixing bowl
• Ice cream scoop
• Parchment Paper
• Cookie-cutter round, 2-inch / 5 cm diameter
• Cooling Rack

Ingredients

 

 

• 8.5 oz Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tablespoon
  Vanilla extract
  
• 4 cups Flour
• ½ cup Milk/dark chocolate chips

Instructions

 

• Using a mixer, combine 8.5 oz Butter (room temperature) and 1 cup Granulated sugar for 2-3 minutes, starting at medium speed and gradually going to high speed until light and fluffy.
  8.5 oz Butter,
  1 cup Granulated sugar
• With the mixer on low speed, add 2 Eggs one at a time, followed by 2 tablespoon Vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon Salt, and 1 teaspoon Baking powder. Gradually mix in 4 cups Flour by the spoonful, until just combined. If the dough becomes too tough for your mixer, finish incorporating the remaining flour by gently kneading it with your hands, stopping as soon as the flour is evenly incorporated to avoid overmixing.
  1 teaspoon Baking powder,
  ½ teaspoon Salt,
  2 Eggs,
  2 tablespoon Vanilla extract,
  4 cups Flour
• Finally, gently fold in ½ cup Milk/dark chocolate chips using a rubber spatula until they are evenly distributed.
  ½ cup Milk/dark chocolate chips
• Preheat your oven to 356 °F (180 °C). Take a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and use a cookie scoop to portion out small, even dough balls.
• Gently flatten each dough ball with your hand to approximately 0.5 cm (¼-inch) thickness. Then, use a 2-inch round ring cutter to trim and shape the dough into neat, perfectly round cookies.
• Once the baking sheet is full (you can place about 16 cookies per tray, as they hold their shape well), bake them for about 10 minutes at 180 °C / 356 °F on the middle shelf with top-bottom heat, until the edges begin to brown slightly and the centers are just set.
• Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

Notes

I had initially planned to roll the dough with a rolling pin and use traditional cookie cutters. However, due to its naturally sticky consistency (as it’s a no-chill dough), the method of scooping the dough, flattening by hand, and then cutting with a ring cutter proved to be significantly easier and faster, yielding excellent results.

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Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

Serving:
1
Cookie

|

Calories:
83
kcal

|

Carbohydrates:
10
g

|

Protein:
1
g

|

Fat:
4
g

|

Saturated Fat:
3
g

|

Polyunsaturated Fat:
0.2
g

|

Monounsaturated Fat:
1
g

|

Trans Fat:
0.1
g

|

Cholesterol:
14
mg

|

Sodium:
56
mg

|

Potassium:
22
mg

|

Fiber:
0.3
g

|

Sugar:
4
g

|

Vitamin A:
109
IU

|

Vitamin C:
0.01
mg

|

Calcium:
12
mg

|

Iron:
0.1
mg

⛑️ Food Safety Guidelines

Always prioritize food safety when preparing any meal to ensure a healthy and enjoyable experience for everyone:

• Cook all foods, especially those containing eggs, to a minimum internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C) to eliminate harmful bacteria.
• Avoid cross-contamination by never using the same utensils, cutting boards, or plates on cooked food that previously touched raw ingredients (like raw eggs or dough that contains raw eggs).
• Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds after handling raw ingredients.
• Do not leave perishable food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods, as this can encourage bacterial growth.
• Never leave cooking food unattended on the stove or in the oven to prevent accidents.
• If using a gas stove, always ensure good ventilation to disperse cooking fumes.

For more comprehensive food safety information and best practices, please consult the Safe Food Handling – FDA guidelines.