Cookies and Cream Cookie (Printable Version)

Soft chewy cookies packed with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and white chocolate chips for classic cookies 'n cream flavor.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

09 - 14 chocolate sandwich cookies, coarsely chopped
10 - 1 cup white chocolate chips

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Beat in egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated into the butter mixture.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Gently fold in chopped chocolate sandwich cookies and white chocolate chips using a rubber spatula until evenly distributed.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
08 - Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers appear set. The tops should still look slightly soft.
09 - Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before storing or serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The texture contrast between soft chewy dough and crunchy cookie pieces is what keeps people reaching for just one more
  • White chocolate bridges the gap between cream filling and cookie crumb, making every bite taste complete rather than patched together
02 -
  • Overmixed dough equals tough cookies—mix only until flour disappears and trust your instincts
  • Pressing a few extra cookie pieces on top before baking creates that gorgeous bakery style appearance
03 -
  • Chill your dough for 30 minutes if it feels too sticky or warm to scoop—this prevents spreading disasters
  • A pinch of espresso powder makes chocolate flavor sing without tasting like coffee