Best 6 Chocolate Chip Meltaways Recipes

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Chocolate chip meltaways are a classic cookie with a shortbread-like texture, a dusting of powdered sugar, and melty chocolate chips. These bite-sized treats are a perfect addition to cookie trays and bake sales, and they're easy to make, requiring just a few steps and a handful of common ingredients. The key to achieving their signature melt-in-your-mouth texture lies in the right dough consistency and baking time. With just a few adjustments, you can create perfect meltaways every time, ensuring they stay soft and chewy on the inside while developing delightful crispy edges.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FUDGE MELTAWAYS



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Rich, very delicious and attractive!

Provided by Debbie N.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup butter
1 (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup flaked coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup butter
1 tablespoon milk
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ (1 ounce) squares German sweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Melt 1/2 cup butter or margarine and 1 square unsweetened chocolate in saucepan. Blend granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, egg, crumbs, coconut and nuts into butter-chocolate mixture. Mix well.
  • Press into ungreased baking dish, 11 1/2 x 7 1/2 inch or square 9 x 9 inch pan. Refrigerate.
  • Mix 1/4 cup butter, milk, confectioners' sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Spread over crumb mixture. Chill.
  • Melt 1-1/2 squares sweetened chocolate and spread evenly over chilled filling. Chill again. Cut into small squares before completely firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 11.5 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 48 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP MELTAWAY COOKIES



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Listed as one of the five best cookies to ship because they keep their shape and can last at room temperature for about a month - they will practically melt in your mouth! Cooking time includes refrigeration time

Provided by Michelle_My_Belle

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h27m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup butter (1-1/2 sticks,cut into cubes caution this amount will not change if you change the serving size)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup miniature chocolate chip
1 cup confectioners' sugar (for coating)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, corn starch, and confectioners' sugar. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Add flour mixture and begin mixing on low speed.
  • Once mixture begins to get thick, increase speed to thoroughly mix until combined, scraping down sides.
  • Scrape batter from beaters, and mix in chocolate chips with a large spoon.
  • Refrigerate dough for 1 hour to firm up. (It's important that the dough be cold).
  • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls (no larger).
  • Place 1-1/2 inches apart on lined baking sheet, flatten if desired., and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until bottom edges just barely begin to turn brown. (Do NOT over-bake)
  • Cool on racks.
  • Pour powdered sugar into a bowl or plastic baggie.
  • Shake chocolate chip meltaway cookies in powdered sugar.
  • Store in an airtight container.

CHOCOLATE CHIP MELTAWAYS



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My FIL sent me an email with about 200 cookie recipe links. This one sounds very interesting! I'm guessing at the prep time. **UPDATE 1/17/09** I finally made these and I have to say, they are pretty good! Sort of a sugar cookie with chocolate chips. DD loves them. I used a mini scoop and think I got about 5 doz (didn't count them).

Provided by MarlaM

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 7-8 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 eggs
4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
additional sugar

Steps:

  • Combine first five ingredients in a large bowl. Beat until smooth.
  • Combine flour, soda, creams of tarter, and salt.
  • Add to butter mixture. Beat until smooth. Stir in vanilla and chocolate chips.
  • Shape mixture into 1" balls. Roll in granulated sugar.
  • Put 2" apart on ungreased cookie sheets and bake at 395 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
  • Cool.

MELTAWAYS



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These cute little ball shaped cookies are a perfect addition to you cookie tray. They are always appropriate for any occasion.

Provided by Kiersten

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup unsalted butter
4 tablespoons fructose (fruit sugar)
½ teaspoon almond extract
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon water
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup chopped pecans
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Cream butter with an electric mixer until light. Gradually add the fructose and beat thoroughly. Beat in the almond extract, vanilla extract and water.
  • Combine the flour, salt and pecans. Add to the creamed mixture, a little at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Roll doll into date-sized balls and place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 13 to 14 minutes. Roll in confectioners' sugar while warm and then again once cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 25.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CHOCOLATE MACADAMIA MELTAWAYS



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I came up with this recipe by accident one day when I wanted to make some cookies. I decided to use some ingredients already in my cupboard, and these were the delicious result. -Barbara Sepcich, Galt, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) macadamia nuts, finely chopped
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. Stir in nuts (dough will be stiff); set aside. , For filling, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in nuts; cool slightly. Drop by 1/2 teaspoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Shape 1 teaspoon of dough around each piece of chocolate-nut mixture so it is completely covered. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 375° until lightly browned, 12-14 minutes. Roll warm cookies in confectioners' sugar; cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE MELTAWAYS



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People are amazed how easy it is to make these impressive-looking chocolate peanut butter cup candies. The recipe makes a big batch for you to share.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (10 to 13 ounces) white baking chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes; stir. Microwave, uncovered, on high 30 seconds longer; stir until smooth. , Pour into miniature muffin liners. Place on a baking sheet; refrigerate until set. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate chips: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the cookies.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies at a high temperature: This will help them spread and get crispy edges.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before serving: This will allow them to set and develop their full flavor.

Conclusion:

Chocolate Chip Meltaways are a classic cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and always a hit with everyone. With their crispy edges, chewy centers, and gooey chocolate chips, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cookie, give Chocolate Chip Meltaways a try!

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