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Marble Chocolate Chip Cookies: Easy Fall Party Recipe for Perfect Swirls

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These marble chocolate chip cookies feature a beautiful swirl of chocolate and vanilla dough studded with melty chips. They’re quick, easy, and perfect for fall gatherings, offering chewy centers and crisp edges in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) additional all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (340g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease.
  2. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape down sides as needed.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture, mixing on low until just combined.
  5. Divide dough evenly into two bowls. To one bowl, add cocoa powder, milk, and 1/4 cup flour. Mix until just incorporated for chocolate dough; the other bowl remains vanilla.
  6. Fold 1 cup chocolate chips into each dough portion. Add nuts if using.
  7. For each cookie, scoop one tablespoon of vanilla dough and one tablespoon of chocolate dough. Press gently together and roll into a ball (do not overmix).
  8. Use a butter knife or toothpick to gently twist the dough ball, creating a marble effect. Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies at least 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked.
  10. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill dough balls for 30 minutes before baking. Use room temperature butter and eggs for best texture. Don’t overmix after adding flour to avoid tough cookies. Swirl gently for distinct marble patterns. Cookies can be made gluten-free or dairy-free with simple swaps. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top after baking for extra flavor.

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