The chocolate chip cookie is easily a staple in most people’s pantries or cookie jars. This classic American dessert was invented by Ruth Graves Wakefield, the owner of the Toll House Inn, in the 1930s. She decided to break up a piece of semisweet chocolate into her cookie dough recipe, thinking it would melt as baker’s chocolate does. Instead, the chocolate softened and the chocolate chip cookie as we know it was born.
Since then, this traditional cookie has been re-invented and re-vamped just about a million times. While some recipes are more complicated than others, here are some super quick and easy ones that you will love.
1. Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies
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In a rush? Get your caffeine and chocolate fix in one. These cookies contain instant espresso powder so they are sure to get you out of your mid-afternoon slump.
2. Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies
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The bacon in these tasty cookies gives them an unexpected salty flavor. Perfect to satisfy both your sweet tooth and your salty tooth.
3. Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies
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With a cook time of only 10 minutes, these upgraded cookies will definitely impress your friends. The gooey Nutella center is to die for.
4. Toasted Coconut and White Chocolate Chip Cookies
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The rich white chocolate together with the crunchy coconut makes these delicious cookies one of our favorites.
5. Soft, Melty Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Check out this easy recipe if you are a soft cookie fan. These are incredibly gooey and will stay that way for days.
6. Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Don’t be tempted by the slice’n’bake cookies. These traditional chocolate chip cookies only take 20 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to bake. It’s worth it to make them from scratch.
7. Gluten-Free Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These flourless cookies have a killer nutty flavor perfect for all our GF friends. Try making them paleo by substituting coconut sugar for brown sugar.
8. Vegan and Gluten Free Salted Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Check out these super healthy and yummy cookies. They are full of really good ingredients that your body will thank you for.
9. Cookie-Dough Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These cookies may sound crazy but they are seriously incredible. Stuff your favorite chocolate chip cookies with egg-free cookie dough that is really easy to make, and delicious to snack on.
10. NestléⓇ Toll HouseⓇ Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Ol’ reliable. This seems to be the world’s most popular chocolate chip cookie recipe. And it’s for good reason. These cookies are easy and quick to make and always seem to come out perfectly.
11. Mini Oreo-Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
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In a cookie dilemma? Get the best of both worlds with these nostalgic cookies. Everyone loves milk’s favorite cookie.
12. Funfetti Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These cookies are an incredible combination of two classics. Because they have to be chilled before baking, make the dough ahead and keep it in the freezer. Pop however many you want into the oven and cook for only 10 minutes – super easy.
13. S’mores Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Try out this recipe if you’re a slutty brownie fan. This mash-up is literally a s’more encased by cookie dough, so it makes one huge cookie. It’s perfect to share with friends.
14. Strawberry Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These are not your average chocolate chip cookies. With a prep time and cook time both around 10 minutes, this recipe will become one of your favs.
15. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
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A twist on a classic pie flavor. These warm cookies are full of spices and basically taste like fall. Who doesn’t love that?
16. Banana Chocolate Chip Nut Butter Cookies
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These 5 ingredient cookies are quick to make and insanely healthy. Each cookie is only 100 calories and only takes 12 minutes to bake.
17. Blueberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
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You have to check out this yummy recipe if you love Craisins. These cookies are light and easy and perfect for summer.
18. Thin Mint Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These stuffed cookies are seriously so good. Try them ASAP.
19. Pancake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies
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You can make these cookies with leftover pancake mix. It makes the perfect chewy cookie.
20. Avocado Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These yummy cookies don’t even taste like avocado and are actually really good for you.