Cookies – Alpine Spoon https://alpinespoon.com High-altitude baking recipes and cozy mountain cooking. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:39:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 High Altitude Chocolate Chip Cookies https://alpinespoon.com/high-altitude-chocolate-chip-cookies/ https://alpinespoon.com/high-altitude-chocolate-chip-cookies/#respond Fri, 22 May 2026 19:54:40 +0000 https://alpinespoon.com/?p=2222 The post High Altitude Chocolate Chip Cookies appeared first on Alpine Spoon.

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High Altitude Chocolate Chip Cookies

These classic chocolate chip cookies are soft and chewy with gooey melted chocolate throughout. They’re simple, nostalgic, and perfect served warm with a glass of milk.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 24 cookies

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened (113 g or 1 stick)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65 g)
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar packed (75 g)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (195 g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (85 g or 3 oz)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate large bowl, briefly cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar just until combined. Do not whip excess air into the mixture.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract and egg until fully incorporated, being careful not to overbeat the dough.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  • Cover and chill the dough for at least 30–60 minutes.
  • Using a cookie scoop or Tablespoon measuring spoon, scoop the chilled cookie dough, about 2 to 3 Tablespoons of dough for medium size cookies. Roll into a ball and repeat with remaining dough. Arrange the cookies 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake for 9–10 minutes, or until the edges are set and just barely golden.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Avoid overmixing or whipping too much air into the butter mixture for a chewier, more classic texture.
  • The cookies may look slightly underbaked in the center when removed from the oven, but they will continue to set as they cool.
  • Chilling the dough helps prevent excess spreading.

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]]> https://alpinespoon.com/high-altitude-chocolate-chip-cookies/feed/ 0 High Altitude Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies https://alpinespoon.com/high-altitude-chewy-peanut-butter-cookies/ https://alpinespoon.com/high-altitude-chewy-peanut-butter-cookies/#respond Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:51:33 +0000 https://alpinespoon.com/?p=2134 Living at high altitude means some “foolproof” cookie recipes simply don’t cut it. After too many crumbly disasters, I finally cracked the code on these high altitude chewy peanut butter cookies. Rich, intensely nutty peanut butter flavor in every bite, with that satisfying chew that makes a great cookie unforgettable. The best part? They come […]

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]]> Living at high altitude means some “foolproof” cookie recipes simply don’t cut it. After too many crumbly disasters, I finally cracked the code on these high altitude chewy peanut butter cookies. Rich, intensely nutty peanut butter flavor in every bite, with that satisfying chew that makes a great cookie unforgettable. The best part? They come together in just 20 minutes, start to finish.

Peanut butter cookies laying flat on a white surface with shadows over them.
  • Specifically tested for high altitude — a little less baking soda means these cookies won’t spread out flat
  • Deeply chewy texture — not crumbly
  • Only 20 minutes from start to finish
  • One bowl — minimal cleanup
  • Pantry staples only — no specialty ingredients needed
Peanut butter cookies laying flat on a white surface with shadows over them.
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High Altitude Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

These peanut butter cookies have the perfect chewy texture and creamy peanut butter sweetness.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chewy peanut butter cookies, easy cookie recipe, high altitude peanut butter cookies
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 24 cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (162g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter (185g)
  • 8 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar (150g)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Prep

  • Preheat oven to 360°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.

Mix the Cookie Dough

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (you can also use a large bowl and a spatula), add the peanut butter, butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. On medium speed, beat for 1-2 minutes or until smooth.
  • Add in the egg and vanilla, scraping the sides of the bowl so that everything is well incorporated.
  • Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, careful to not overmix.

To Bake

  • Scoop the dough with a cookie scoop or your hands to form 1.5 tablespoon-sized balls, and arrange them on the baking sheets about two inches apart.
  • Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges look set and slightly browned.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for five minutes, then serve.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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