“A chocolate chip cookie is like duct tape, it fixes everything”. I’m not sure who said this first, but this Crisco Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe will do the trick. The shortening in these cookies helps to make the cookies crispy on the outside, but chewy cookies in the center. Chocolate chip cookies are my favorite and I promise this Crisco chocolate chip cookie recipe will not disappoint.
If you cannot eat flour, you can check out these Flourless Chocolate Chip Cookies made with oats!
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Technically, shortening is any fat that is solid at room temperature which includes butter, lard, margarine, etc. However, when shortening is referenced in a recipe, it typically is referring to hydrogenated oils, with the most common being vegetable shortening. For more information on the science of shortening, The Spruce Eats has a great article you can find here.
Crisco has no flavor so if you want buttery flavor stay with butter. I find I like using Crisco in cookie recipes that I want to cook a little longer to be more crisp. Crisco has a higher burn ratio than butter.
Can I use regular shortening instead of butter-flavored?
You can use either regular shorting or butter flavored shortening. If you have the option, use butter flavor as it will add a slightly richer flavor to the cookies. However, the difference is quite minor, so if you only have regular Crisco, that will work just fine.
Cream Shortening and Sugars
One of the advantages of shortening is it is stored at room temperature, so no need to wait for it to come to room temperature like butter. Using hand mixer, combine one cup shortening, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl. Make sure the brown sugar is packed. Mix the ingredients on high speed until well combined, approximately 2 minutes on high speed. My go-to hand mixer is this KitchenAid hand mixer. I have used it at least once a week for the past 5+ years and it is still going strong! Though I did accidentally throw away the attachable beaters when cleaning the kitchen once! Luckily, I was able to order replacements.
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FAQ
Is it better to use Crisco or butter for cookies?
Can I substitute Crisco for butter in cookies?
What is Crisco used for in baking cookies?
Is Crisco shortening good for baking?
Should you use Crisco for cookies?
This is a classic cookie recipe you should try baking at least once. While this shortening gives you soft cookies, and most people expect crisp sugar cookies, using Crisco for this recipe does have its advantages. For starters, you get a dough that’s easier to roll and shape.
Can you use Crisco to make chocolate chip cookies?
While most chocolate chip cookie recipes call for butter, you should definitely give Crisco a try, too. Using this shortening creates cookies that are crunchy on the outside and soft and chewy in the middle. Plus, with Crisco, there’s no need to chill the dough before baking. The cookies will be ready right away!
How do you make Crisco cookies?
Grease your cookie sheets with baking spray or butter. In a large bowl, beat together the Crisco, brown sugar, and white sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Can you use Crisco for shortening?
Using Crisco for your shortening changes the texture of your cookies so that they are literally the best you have ever had. These Crisco chocolate chip cookies are absolutely the best cookies you can taste. They are unique because they are made with Crisco rather than butter.