How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies Without Eggs
Looking for a way to enjoy a delicious batch of chocolate chip cookies without using eggs? There are various egg substitutes that can be used to achieve the same results. Below is a simple recipe that incorporates a common egg substitute:
Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup milk, dairy or non-dairy 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water (this is your egg substitute)Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the Flax Egg: In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until creamy. Add Flax Egg and Vanilla: Stir in the flax egg and vanilla extract until well combined. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If the dough is too dry, add a little milk 1 tablespoon at a time until you achieve the desired consistency. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips. Scoop and Bake: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.Egg Substitutes
If you don't have flaxseed, here are other substitutes you can use:
Applesauce: 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce for each egg. Mashed Banana: 1/4 cup mashed banana for each egg. Yogurt: 1/4 cup of yogurt, dairy or non-dairy for each egg.These substitutes will help bind the ingredients together and keep your cookies moist. Enjoy your eggless chocolate chip cookies!