Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Greek Yogurt Cookie Dough, a scrumptious treat that combines the creamy tang of Greek yogurt with classic cookie flavors. These cookies are soft and chewy, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet night in. With their quick baking time and customizable mix-ins, you can whip up a batch in no time. Serve them warm for a gooey texture, or use them to create delicious desserts like ice cream sundaes or cookie dough parfaits. This recipe offers a healthier twist on traditional cookies, allowing you to savor sweet indulgence without compromising nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (or preferred mix-ins)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened butter, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips or your choice of mix-ins.
- For extra texture, chill the dough for 30 minutes if desired.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg