Heavenly Apricot-White Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Description:
Indulge in the heavenly goodness of these Apricot-White Chocolate Chunk Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of butter and brown sugar with the sweet tanginess of apricots and the creamy sweetness of white chocolate. Sourced from “The Neighborhood Bakeshop” by Jill Van Cleave, these cookies are an absolute must-try for any dessert enthusiast.
Recipe Overview:
| Cook Time | Prep Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 10 minutes | 0 seconds | 10 minutes |
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chunks
- 4 ounces dried apricots, chopped
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 100.4
- Fat Content: 5.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 17.4mg
- Sodium Content: 55.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 8.7g
- Protein Content: 1.2g
Yield:
Makes approximately 26 cookies
Recipe Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring it’s adequately heated for baking.
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Cream Butter and Brown Sugar: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and light brown sugar until smoothly blended, creating a luscious caramel-like base for your cookies.
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Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined, adding depth and richness to the dough.
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Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Fold in Apricots and White Chocolate: Gently fold in the chopped dried apricots and white chocolate chunks, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough, providing bursts of fruity sweetness and creamy texture in every bite.
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Drop onto Cookie Sheets: Using a tablespoon, drop the cookie dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
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Bake to Perfection: Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned, creating a perfect balance of softness and crispness in each cookie.
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Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to set on the baking sheet for 1 to 2 minutes before carefully transferring them to wire racks to cool completely, ensuring they maintain their shape and texture.
Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve these heavenly Apricot-White Chocolate Chunk Cookies alongside a glass of cold milk or a warm cup of coffee for a truly indulgent treat that will delight your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether enjoyed as a midday snack or a sweet ending to any meal, these cookies are sure to become a favorite among family and friends alike. So go ahead, bake up a batch of these irresistible cookies and experience pure bliss with every bite! 🍪✨
