How to Make Whole-Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Whole-wheat chocolate chip cookies are the perfect combination of a classic indulgence and a healthier twist. These cookies capture the satisfyingly sweet and crunchy texture of a traditional chocolate chip cookie, but with the added benefit of whole-wheat flour. They are a great option for those looking to incorporate more whole grains into their diet without sacrificing the taste and texture they love in a chocolate chip cookie.

Made with whole-wheat flour, these cookies offer a nut...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup margarine
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups sifted whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Generously grease cookie sheets.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the margarine, white sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla and eggs. Combine the whole wheat flour, all purpose flour, baking soda and salt, gradually blend into the creamed mixture. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts if desired. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. For bar cookies, press dough into a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    162 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 140mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 71mg