Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free)
Few cookie recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free). The star here is (1 stick / 120 ml) butter, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. Sweet without being heavy, it works just as well for an afternoon treat as for dessert. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Cook 10 min
- Total 10 min
- Level Medium
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick / 120 ml) butter
- ½ cup (120 ml) white granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120 mL) brown sugar
- 2 Ea. (100 g) eggs
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
- 10 ¼ cup (300 ml / 1 cup + 2 tablespoons) sweet rice flour
- 1 tsp Xanthan gum
- ¾ tsp Baking Powder
- ½ tsp Baking soda
- Chocolate Chips, as many as you like
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Mix the sweet rice flour, xanthan gum, baking powder and baking soda in a large mixing bowl.
- In a smaller mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream the butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla and continue mixing.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon. Don't worry about over-mixing; since there is no gluten in the flour, there is no danger of overworking it.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Line cookie sheet with silicone mat and spoon on balls of dough, about 1½ inches (4 cm) in diameter.
- Put cookie dough in the fridge for 30–40 minutes or into the freezer for 10–20 minutes.
- Bake until golden brown.
Tips for the best Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free)
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Let the egg come up to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 10 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
Variations
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
Serving ideas
Dust with icing sugar just before serving and pair with coffee or tea.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free) take to make?
About 10 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking.
What can I substitute for (1 stick / 120 ml) butter?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free) gluten-free?
Yes — this version is gluten-free as written. Always check packaged ingredients if you have strict requirements.
Is this Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free) recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 10 ingredients and 8 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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