Big Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies Without Butter

Big Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies (No Butter!): A Perfect Treat for Any Occasion

Chocolate chip cookies are a timeless favorite, but what if you’re out of butter or looking for a different twist? These big batch chocolate chip cookies swap out butter for Crisco, resulting in a cookie that’s soft, chewy, and perfect for sharing. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or just want to stock up on homemade treats, this recipe delivers delicious results every time.

Why Use Crisco Instead of Butter?

Crisco, or vegetable shortening, has been a baking staple for generations. Unlike butter, it creates a cookie that stays soft for longer while giving it a slightly crisp edge. It also helps maintain a consistent texture, making it a great choice for large batches. Plus, since it’s dairy-free, it’s an excellent option for those avoiding dairy products.

The Benefits of a Big Batch Recipe

Making a big batch of chocolate chip cookies means you’ll always have enough to share. Whether you’re baking for a party, a bake sale, or just filling the cookie jar for your family, having plenty of cookies on hand is never a bad thing. These cookies store well and can even be frozen for later enjoyment.

Perfect for Any Occasion

Soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate chips, these cookies are ideal for every situation. Pair them with a glass of milk, take them to a gathering, or simply enjoy them as a sweet treat any time of day. The Crisco ensures they stay fresh and delicious for days, making them a go-to recipe for busy bakers.

So, if you’re looking for a chocolate chip cookie recipe that’s easy, delicious, and perfect for big batches, give these no-butter cookies a try. You might just find a new favorite way to bake this classic treat!

 Big Batch Butter Less Chocolate Chip Cookies

Makes 50 cookies

Ingredients

2 cups of shortening

4 room temperature eggs

2 cups of dark brown sugar, packed

1 cup granulated sugar

3 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract

5 ½ cups of flour

1 teaspoon of salt

2 teaspoons of baking soda

3 ½ cups of chocolate chips

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Line several cookie sheets with parchment paper.

In the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the shortening and both white and brown sugar.

Mix on medium speed for one minute.

Add the eggs and vanilla to the mixing bowl, mix on medium speed until well combined.

Remove the bowl from the stand.

Add the flour, baking soda and salt and mix by hand until all ingredients are blended.

Add the chocolate chips and stir by hand.

Scoop out dough with a 2 tablespoon cookie scoop, or you can do this by hand if needed.

Place the cookies about 3” apart on a cookie sheet.

Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown and the tops look just a little shiny.

Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a cooling rack.

Store at room temperature for 4 days or in the freezer for 4 months.

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Chocolate Espresso Cookies

Foolproof Biscuits

Homemade Coleslaw Dressing

Peanut  Butter Instant Pot Noodles

No-Bake Cookie Bliss: Easy Treats for Busy Days

 We all know that feeling: a craving for something sweet hits, but the thought of firing up the oven and waiting for cookies to bake feels like a lifetime away. Fear not, fellow dessert enthusiasts! Today, we're celebrating the magic of no-bake cookies. These delightful treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without breaking a sweat (or preheating an oven).

The beauty of no-bake cookies lies in their simplicity. They typically require just a handful of ingredients and minimal fuss. Plus, they're a great activity to get the kids involved in the kitchen.

In this post, we'll delve into a few classic no-bake cookie recipes that are sure to become favorites in your household.

Classic No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies:

This recipe is a nostalgic delight. The combination of creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and chewy oats is a timeless winner. Feel free to adjust the amount of peanut butter to your preference, or swap it out for another nut butter like almond or cashew.

Tips:

• To ensure perfectly set cookies, make sure your sugar mixture reaches a full rolling boil for a full minute.
• Don't overmix the dough once you add the oats. A little bit of texture adds to the charm of these cookies!
• Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Here are some of my favorite no bake cookie recipes. Click thru the links to view the full recipes.

Potato Chip Cookies by Waiting for Blancmange

Strawberry and Cream Cookies by Cookie Dough and Oven Mitt

S’mores No Bake Cookies by I Heart Eating

Haystack Cookies by The Suburban Soapbox

Coconut Date Balls by Sula and Spice

Ritz Cracker Cookies  by The Simple Homemade Place

No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies by The Monday Box

Scotcheroo Rolls by Beyer Beware

No Bake Peanut Butter Cookies by Addicted to Dates

Avalanche Cookies by Princess Pinky Girl

Rocky Road Candy Clusters by Kathryn’s Kitchen

Butterbeer No Bakes by Sugar + Soul

No Bake Cookie Dough Hearts by When is Dinner

Butterscotch Chocolate Chip No Bakes by Level Up Bakes

Sweet and Salty No Bake Balls by Drizzle Me Skinny

Beyond the Basics: Fun Variations on a Theme

The beauty of no-bake cookies is their versatility. With a few simple tweaks, you can transform them into a variety of delicious treats. Here are some ideas to inspire you:

• Fruity Fun: Add chopped dried fruits like cranberries, raisins, or cherries to your batter for a burst of sweetness and tartness.
• Pretzel Power: For a salty-sweet twist, fold in crushed pretzels or chopped peanuts.
• Chocolate Chip Craving: Add a handful of chocolate chips to the dough for an extra dose of chocolatey goodness.
• Get Chewy: If you prefer a chewier cookie, use quick oats instead of rolled oats.

No matter your taste preferences, there's a perfect no-bake cookie recipe out there waiting to be discovered. So, ditch the oven, grab your mixing bowl, and get ready to whip up a batch of deliciousness!

Find more great cookie recipes here:

Golden Graham Cookies

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies

Secrets to Baking the Best Homemade Cookies

 

Beyond the Bag: Baking Secrets to Heavenly Homemade Cookies

There's something undeniably comforting about a warm, homemade cookie. But achieving that perfect balance of crisp edges, chewy centers, and rich flavor can sometimes feel like a mystery. Fear not, fellow bakers! With a few simple tips and tricks, your homemade cookies will be the star of the show.

Master the Ingredients

• Temperature Matters: Most recipes call for room temperature butter and eggs. This ensures even creaming and prevents a greasy mess.
• Measure Precisely: A kitchen scale is your best friend for accurate flour measurement. Scooping flour directly from the bag compacts it, leading to dry, dense cookies.
• High-Quality Ingredients: Use pure vanilla extract, real butter, and fresh ingredients whenever possible. You'll taste the difference!

Mixing Magic

• Creaming is Key: For those melt-in-your-mouth cookies, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This incorporates air, which leads to a rise and a delightful texture.
• Don't Overmix the Dough: Once you've added the dry ingredients, mix just until combined. Overmixing develops the gluten in flour, resulting in tough cookies.
• Chill Out: Many cookie doughs benefit from a rest in the fridge. This allows the flavors to meld and helps the cookies keep their shape while baking.

Baking Brilliance

• Sheet Pan Savvy: Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking. Leave space between cookies to allow for spreading.
• Rotate for Uniformity: For even browning, rotate your baking sheets halfway through the baking time.
• The Golden Rule: Don't overbake! Cookies will continue to firm up as they cool. Look for golden brown edges and a slightly soft center.

Bonus Tip: Feeling adventurous? Play with add-ins! Chopped nuts, dried fruit, chocolate chips, and even pretzels can take your cookies to the next level.

With these tips in your arsenal, you're well on your way to becoming a homemade cookie champion. So, preheat your oven, grab your favorite recipe, and get ready to bake up a batch of pure deliciousness!

Find my favorite cookie recipes here:

Maple Brown Sugar Cookies

Copycat Crumbl Golden Graham Cookies

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies

Brown Sugar Sugar Cookies

Cake Mix Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies

Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Bars

Mint Chocolate Chip S'mores

Chocolate Espresso Cookies

Deepen Your Chocolate Fix with Espresso Cookies!

Calling all chocoholics and coffee lovers! This recipe for Chocolate Espresso Cookies is the perfect meeting of your two favorite indulgences. The rich, dark chocolate pairs beautifully with the subtle kick of espresso, creating a delightful flavor combination that's both sophisticated and satisfying.

These cookies are easy to whip up, requiring just a few bowls and common pantry staples. They're chewy on the inside and crisp on the outside, offering a textural contrast that's impossible to resist. Plus, with a touch of espresso powder in the dough, these cookies will give you a little afternoon pick-me-up alongside that decadent chocolate flavor.

Here's what you'll need:

1 cup of melted butter

½ cup of dark cocoa powder

1 cup of granulated sugar

2 tablespoons of pure maple syrup

1 egg

1 teaspoon of vanilla

1 tablespoon of instant espresso powder

1 ½ cup of all purpose flour

1 teaspoons of baking soda

A pinch of salt

For rolling:

½ c sugar and 1 teaspoon of espresso powder 

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Add cocoa and maple syrup to melted butter. 

Mix until well blended.

Add 1 cup of sugar, vanilla, and egg to the mixing bowl, and beat for 1 minute.

Add flour, baking soda , espresso powder and salt. 

Stir until all ingredients are well blended.

Using a cookie scoop, form balls of dough.

Drop them one at a time into the espresso and sugar mix. 

Roll each ball around until completely coated with sugar.

Place the dough balls 3” apart on the prepared cookie sheet and bake for 11 minutes.

Allow to cool for 5 minutes before removing from the cookie sheet.

Tips for Success:

• Don't overmix! Overmixing can lead to tough cookies. Once the dry ingredients are incorporated, stop mixing.
• Chill the dough (optional): Chilling the dough for 30 minutes to an hour can help the cookies spread less and create chewier centers.
• Play with the chocolate: Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate, such as dark, milk, or white chocolate chips, or even chopped nuts.

The reward? A batch of irresistible Chocolate Espresso Cookies that are perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea, sharing with friends, or indulging in all by yourself.

So preheat your oven, grab your ingredients, and get ready to bake a batch of these delicious cookies. They're sure to become a new favorite treat!

I know you will agree the chocolate and espresso flavors blend perfectly together to make a great snack!

The beauty of these cookies lies in their simplicity. You won't need any fancy ingredients, and the process is quick and straightforward.

But don't be fooled by their ease – the espresso powder adds a surprising depth of flavor that will have you reaching for another (and another).

You can find more favorite cookie recipes here:

Maple Brown Sugar Cookies

Golden Graham Cookies

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies

 

Brown Sugar Sugar Cookies

Peanut Butter Cake Mix Cookies

Favorite Cookie Recipes

 Anyone who knows me well knows that I am an avid baker. Here are a few of my favorite Cookie recipe that you can find here on my site. These are great for the holidays or anytime you could use a homemade sweet treat. All of these recipes are made with simple ingredients and are so easy that anyone could recreate them at home.

Brown Sugar Sugar Cookies

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

Upgrade your next batch of sugar cookies by adding brown sugar and a hint of maple. The results are deeply delicious!

Get the recipe: Brown sugar cookies.

Golden Graham Cookies

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

If you like golden graham cereal, you will love these cookies! They are large, sweet and have a really great texture. These remind me of crumbl cookies, but are so easy to make!

Get the recipe: Golden graham cookies.

Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Bars

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

This bar cookie recipe is so good! With a tender cream cheese cookie base, and loads of frosting, this is sure to be a favorite sweet!

Get the recipe:  Cream cheese sugar cookie bars.

Cake Mix Cookies

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

This is such an easy and yummy cookie recipe! Make these with a cake mix and some peanut butter for a fast and flavorful option that is foolproof, even for those who don’t bake.

Get the recipe: Cake mix cookies.

Mint Chocolate Chip S’mores

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

This idea uses chips a hoy cookies, or your favorite homemade chocolate chip and makes them into the best s’mores! With a minty kiss you won’t be able to resist these gooey goodies!

Get the recipe: Mint chocolate chip s’mores.

Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

Grab some shortbread biscuits and dip them for an easy upgrade to a pre-packaged snack. Add nuts, chocolate chips, or whatever you like!

Get the recipe: Chocolate dipped shortbread cookies.

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

The combination of chocolate and cherries is perfect for the holidays, or anytime you need a chocolate fix. This recipe is a favorite with anyone who has the pleasure of sampling one.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies.

Find more of my favorite cookie recipes here:

Maple Brown Sugar Cookies

Unique and Tasty Tiramisu Recipes