Spelt Flour Cookies Chocolate Chip Recipe
Spelt flour chocolate chip cookies are a healthier alternative to traditional cookies, using spelt flour for a nutty flavor and added nutrition. The recipe combines spelt flour, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and chocolate chips. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden. Enjoy these delicious, wholesome treats!
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 160kcal
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowls (one for dry ingredients and one for wet)
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cookie scoop or tablespoon for portioning dough
- Parchment paper (optional, for easy cleanup)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups spelt flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or your preferred variety
Instructions
Preheat Your Oven:
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cookie removal or lightly grease it.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the spelt flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this aside for later.
Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the coconut sugar and maple syrup until the mixture is light and creamy. You can use a hand mixer or beat it manually with a wooden spoon.
Add Wet Ingredients:
- To the butter mixture, add the egg and vanilla extract. Beat until fully incorporated, and the mixture is smooth.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as it can affect the texture of the cookies.
Add Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula until they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop and Shape:
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop about 1-2 tablespoons of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake:
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers might seem slightly soft, but they’ll firm up as they cool.
Cool:
- Once baked, let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your warm, chewy spelt flour chocolate chip cookies!
Notes
Spelt flour contains gluten but is often easier to digest than regular wheat flour. If you're gluten-sensitive, use certified gluten-free spelt flour.
For a chewier texture, chill the dough before baking. Adjust the amount of chocolate chips based on your sweetness preference for a personalized treat.