Imagine a cookie that perfectly blends the irresistible crunch of potato chips with the classic comfort of a homemade chocolate chip cookie. These Potato Chip Cookies are not just a recipe – they're a culinary adventure that will transform your baking game forever! With a magical combination of sweet and salty flavors, these cookies are about to become your new obsession, surprising everyone from kids to grandparents with their unexpected and addictive taste.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups crushed potato chips
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened 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, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This will ensure that the baking soda is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in 2 cups of crushed potato chips and 1 cup of chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon. Make sure the chips are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies 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.
- Once baked, 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 delicious Potato Chip Cookies! They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Tips
- Use room temperature butter for the smoothest, most evenly mixed dough. Cold butter won't cream properly and can lead to lumpy cookies.
- Crush the potato chips into small, but not powdery pieces. You want some texture to maintain that signature crunch.
- Don't overmix the dough – mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cookies tender.
- For extra flavor, try using flavored potato chips like sour cream and onion or barbecue for a unique twist.
- Make sure to leave enough space between cookies on the baking sheet, as they will spread during baking.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing to maintain their crisp texture.
- These cookies make an excellent gift – they're unexpected, delicious, and sure to impress anyone who tries them!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
