Add a burst of color to your baking with these Rainbow Chocolate Chip Cookies! These cookies are not only a feast for the eyes but also deliver a delicious taste, making them perfect for celebrations or a delightful weekend baking project.
Ingredients:
- Caster Sugar: 1 cup
- Unsalted Butter: 125g, room temperature
- Egg: 1
- Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp
- Almond Meal: 50g
- Self-Raising Flour: 200g
- Chocolate Chips: 100g
- Food Coloring: Red, yellow, green, and blue (¼ tsp each)
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Begin by preheating your oven to 320°F (160°C), ensuring it’s ready for baking the cookies.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the caster sugar and unsalted butter until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the almond meal and self-raising flour with a pinch of salt, mixing until just combined.
- Stir the chocolate chips into the dough, distributing them evenly.
- Color the Dough:
- Divide the cookie dough evenly among four separate bowls.
- Add a different color of food dye to each bowl (red, yellow, green, and blue) and mix thoroughly until each portion of dough is vividly colored.
- Shape and Bake the Cookies:
- Take small portions from each colored dough and combine them to create a multicolored effect. Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Ensure there’s enough space between each cookie on the baking sheet as they will spread during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cookies are just set and the edges are slightly golden.
- Cooling:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set further, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestion: Serve these eye-catching Rainbow Chocolate Chip Cookies at your next party or gathering, or simply enjoy them with a glass of milk or your favorite cup of tea as a colorful treat.
Baking Tips:
- Even Coloring: When adding food coloring, start with a few drops and adjust to achieve the desired intensity.
- Cookie Size: For uniform baking, try to keep all cookie balls roughly the same size.
- Storage: Store these cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and delicious for several days.
Celebrate creativity in your kitchen with these fun and festive Rainbow Chocolate Chip Cookies, guaranteed to brighten any day and bring smiles to faces!