Prepare to sink your teeth into the most mysteriously delectable cookies you've ever encountered! With a name that sounds like it came straight out of a pirate's cookbook, these "Dead Men's Legs Cookies" are guaranteed to be the talk of your next gathering. Don't let the spine-chilling name fool you - these are actually irresistibly soft, chocolatey, and absolutely to die for! Whether you're looking to impress your friends with a conversation-starting treat or simply craving the ultimate chocolate chip cookie experience, this recipe will have everyone coming back for more.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't skip creaming the butter and sugars; this process incorporates air and creates a lighter cookie.
- Use room temperature eggs for better ingredient integration.
- For extra indulgence, try using a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Watch the cookies carefully - they're done when the edges are golden but the centers still look slightly soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them set before transferring to a wire rack.
- Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
