Chocolate and Dried Fruit Cookies

If you are a cookie lover and want to try something new, this recipe is for you! Chocolate and dried fruit cookies are easy, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These are perfect for dessert or as a snack.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped dried fruit (use any fruit of your choice)
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
3. Add in the egg and beat well.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Slowly add the dry mixture into the wet mixture and mix well.
6. Add in the dried fruit and chocolate chips, and mix until the ingredients are well distributed.
7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
8. Using a small ice-cream scoop or spoon, place the cookie dough onto the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on a wire rack.

Verdict:

These chocolate and dried fruit cookies are delightful! The soft and chewy texture of the cookies is perfect, and the combination of the sweet chocolate and fruity flavors is simply irresistible. This recipe is quick and easy to make; you can bake a batch anytime, anywhere.

Serving Suggestions:

• Pair the cookies with a glass of milk.
• Serve them alongside your morning coffee or afternoon tea.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.