Description
Delight in these crunchy Chocolate-Dipped Cookie Sticks, a perfect treat combining buttery cookie dough dotted with mini chocolate chips and partially dipped in rich melted chocolate. Easy to prepare and ideal for sharing, they offer a fun twist on classic chocolate chip cookies with a satisfying crunch and a chocolatey finish.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (90g) light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (175g) mini chocolate chips + extra for topping
Chocolate Coating
- 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate or chocolate chips, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9 x 13-inch (23×33 cm) pan with parchment paper, leaving a 4-inch (10 cm) overhang on the long sides. Grease the parchment paper thoroughly on the bottom and sides, then set aside.
- Cream the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer with paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Add to Wet: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients into the wet mixture in batches, mixing well after each addition. Fold in the mini chocolate chips thoroughly.
- Form the Cookie Base: Transfer the cookie dough into the prepared pan. Use your hands or a spatula to press and spread the dough evenly across the entire surface. Sprinkle extra mini chocolate chips on top, gently pressing them into the dough.
- Bake the Cookie Layer: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes until the edges turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and carefully lift the cookie sheet out using the edges of the parchment paper. Cool slightly on a flat surface.
- Cut into Cookie Sticks: Using a pizza cutter, make several cuts along the shorter side to create strips. Then, cut once along the long side middle to make between 24 to 36 cookie sticks depending on your desired thickness.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate or chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring vigorously between each time, until smooth and fully melted.
- Dip the Cookie Sticks: Dip each cookie stick into the melted chocolate, covering about 1/4 to 1/3 of the stick. Place the dipped sticks on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes or until the chocolate sets.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate has hardened, serve the cookie sticks alongside a cold glass of milk for a delicious treat.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- Press the dough evenly in the pan for uniform cookie thickness and baking.
- Microwave chocolate in short bursts to prevent burning; stir well after each increment.
- Refrigerating the chocolate dipped cookie sticks helps the chocolate set faster and prevents melting.
- Store cookie sticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and chocolate coating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American