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
Rich, very delicious and attractive!
Provided by Debbie N.
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 13
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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