Chick-Fil-A Cookie Recipe
Introduction
These Chick-Fil-A style cookies are thick, chewy, and packed with chocolate goodness. Inspired by the popular fast-food treat, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth at home with a homemade touch.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup quick cooking oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 3 Tbsp honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 1/2 cup chocolate chunks
- 1 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350º F.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together the flour, oats, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
- Step 3: Using an electric stand mixer, cream together the butter, shortening, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Step 4: Add honey, vanilla extract, and eggs to the mixture, beating until the eggs are fully incorporated.
- Step 5: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully combined. Stop to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Step 6: Fold in the milk chocolate chips and about 1 cup of the chocolate chunks.
- Step 7: Scoop dough balls onto a lined baking sheet. For giant cookies like Chick-Fil-A’s, use a 1/4 cup measuring cup. Top each cookie with a few reserved chocolate chunks.
- Step 8: Bake for 12-13 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the top is set. For smaller cookies, bake about 9 minutes.
- Step 9: Let cookies cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips & Variations
- Use a mix of chocolate chunks and chips for varied texture and richness.
- Substitute honey with maple syrup for a different flavor twist.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and enhance flavor.
- For extra chewiness, add a tablespoon of molasses or increase the brown sugar slightly.
Storage
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving, and you can warm them slightly in the microwave for a soft, melty experience.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use butter instead of vegetable shortening?
Yes, you can use all butter if you prefer. Shortening helps with the chewy texture and shape, but butter will add a richer flavor. Expect slightly thinner cookies when using only butter.
How can I make the cookies gluten-free?
Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking flour blend that includes xanthan gum. Be sure the oats are certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.
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Chick-Fil-A Cookie Recipe
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: About 12 large cookies 1x
Description
These Chick-Fil-A inspired cookies feature a delightful combination of oats, rich dark brown sugar, and a hearty mix of chocolate chunks and milk chocolate chips. They’re soft, chewy, and perfectly sweetened with honey and vanilla, delivering that classic bakery-style cookie experience right from your oven.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup quick cooking oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3 Tbsp honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 whole eggs
Chocolate Mix-ins
- 1 1/2 cup chocolate chunks
- 1 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350º F to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature by the time your dough is ready.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the flour, quick cooking oats, baking powder, and baking soda. Set this mixture aside for later.
- Cream fats and sugars: Using an electric stand mixer, beat the softened butter, vegetable shortening, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add wet flavorings and eggs: Mix in the honey, vanilla extract, and then add the eggs one at a time, beating until well incorporated each time.
- Incorporate dry ingredients: Slowly add the flour and oat mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be sure to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl as necessary to ensure everything is well mixed.
- Fold in chocolates: Gently fold in the milk chocolate chips and about 1 cup of the chocolate chunks, reserving some chunks for topping.
- Shape cookies: Scoop balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or a silicone mat. For large, bakery-style cookies, use a 1/4 cup measuring cup per cookie. Top each cookie with the reserved chocolate chunks for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-13 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are set. For smaller cookies, reduce baking time to about 9 minutes.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set perfectly and prevents breakage.
Notes
- Using a combination of butter and vegetable shortening gives these cookies a perfect chewy texture and rich flavor.
- Quick cooking oats add a subtle chewiness without overpowering the cookie’s soft texture.
- For best results, do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
- Adjust baking time depending on cookie size; larger cookies take longer to bake through.
- You can substitute chocolate chunks with chopped chocolate bars if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chick-Fil-A Cookies, chocolate chip cookies, homemade cookies, oatmeal cookies, bakery style cookies
