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Vietnamese Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Cookies

Irresistible Vietnamese Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Try these Vietnamese Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Cookies for a delightful, less sweet treat with rich chocolate and a hint of spice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Chilling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 16 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2.25 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda No substitutions recommended
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt can be used interchangeably
  • 1 teaspoon Espresso Powder Use finely ground instant coffee if unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Vietnamese Cinnamon Regular ground cinnamon can be used
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with plant-based butter
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar No direct substitutes recommended
  • 0.5 cup Dark Brown Sugar Can be replaced with light brown sugar if needed
  • 0.5 cup Light Brown Sugar No substitutions recommended
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for best results
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Can use semi-sweet or milk chocolate if preferred
For Serving
  • 1 cup Milk Pairs beautifully with the cookies
  • 1 cup Coffee Perfect for a warm beverage pairing

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Butter: Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of espresso powder, and 1 tablespoon of Vietnamese cinnamon.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In the bowl with cooled butter, combine ½ cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of dark brown sugar, and ½ cup of light brown sugar. Mix until smooth, then add in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Stir in 1 cup of dark chocolate chips.
  5. Chill Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for about 45 minutes.
  6. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop Cookies: Use a medium cookie scoop to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, placing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake: Bake the cookies for 14-16 minutes until the edges are golden and centers look slightly soft.
  9. Cool: Let cookies rest on baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 135mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Brown the butter carefully to avoid burning, and do not skip chilling the dough for the best cookie texture.

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