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Chia Seed Egg Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chia seed eggs work surprisingly well in chocolate chip cookies because they add a slight nuttiness and depth of flavor while keeping the cookies soft and chewy.

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 15 cookies

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 3 tbsp water
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

  2. Make the chia egg: Mix 1 tablespoon of chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it forms a gel-like consistency.

  3. Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat ½ cup softened butter, ½ cup sugar, and ¼ cup brown sugar until light and fluffy.

  4. Add wet ingredients: Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla and the chia egg until well combined.

  5. Combine dry ingredients: Whisk together 1 cup flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt in a separate bowl.

  6. Mix everything: Gradually add the dry and wet ingredients, stirring until combined.

  7. Fold chocolate chips into the mixture: Gently mix in 1 cup of chocolate chips.

  8. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.