Calling all football fans and cookie lovers! Get ready to score big in your kitchen with these epic Carolina Panthers-inspired chocolate chip cookies that are more exciting than a last-second touchdown. Whether you're hosting a game day party or just want to show off your team spirit, these blue and black decorated cookies are guaranteed to be the MVP of your dessert lineup. Packed with rich chocolate chips and team-inspired flair, these cookies are about to become your new game day tradition!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- Blue and black colored sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that your cookies bake evenly and achieve the perfect texture.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This step helps to evenly distribute the baking soda and salt throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Fold in 2 cups of chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Sprinkle blue and black colored sugar on top of each cookie dough ball for decoration, giving them a festive look that represents the Carolina Panthers.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Carolina Panthers Chocolate Chip Cookies as a delicious treat while cheering on your favorite team!
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted - room temperature is key for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough! Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes that bake evenly.
- For extra team spirit, invest in blue and black decorative sugars from baking supply stores.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- For extra indulgence, try using a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips for more complex flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 209kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 33mg
