Soft, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate, these chocolate chip cookies without brown sugar are just as delicious as classic cookies! With only 8 simple ingredients, no chill time, and ready in just 16 minutes, this is the easiest cookie recipe you’ll ever make.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No Brown Sugar? No Problem! – This recipe uses granulated sugar to achieve the perfect chewy texture.
✔ Super Quick & Easy – No chilling required, and they bake in just 8-11 minutes.
✔ Only 8 Ingredients – Made with pantry staples you already have.
✔ Customizable – Works with any type of chocolate chips or chunks!
✔ Freezer-Friendly – Store baked cookies or freeze the dough for later.
Can You Make Chocolate Chip Cookies Without Brown Sugar?
Yes! While most recipes rely on brown sugar for chewiness and moisture, this recipe is designed to work perfectly with just granulated sugar. The right ratio of butter, flour, and sugar ensures soft, chewy cookies without the need for brown sugar!
Ingredients & Substitutions
To make these cookies, you’ll need:
- ¾ cup (170g) butter, softened (regular or dairy-free)
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips (semisweet, milk, dark, or white)
Substitutions:
- Butter: Use dairy-free butter for a vegan-friendly option.
- Chocolate Chips: Swap with chocolate chunks or white chocolate.
- Flour: This recipe is tested with all-purpose flour only.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Oven & Baking Sheets
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together:
- 1¾ cups flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Set aside.
3. Cream Butter & Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, beat ¾ cup softened butter and ¾ cup sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer for 1-2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
4. Add Wet Ingredients
- Mix in 1 egg and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract until just combined (do not overmix).
5. Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms (avoid overmixing).
- Fold in ½ cup chocolate chips.
6. Scoop & Bake
- Use a medium cookie scoop or spoon to form 1.5 tablespoon-sized dough balls.
- Place them 3-4 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake one sheet at a time for 8-11 minutes, until the edges look set but are not golden brown (they will continue baking on the sheet).
7. Cool & Enjoy
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then move them to a wire rack.
Expert Tips for Perfect Cookies
💡 Don’t overbake! – The cookies should look slightly underbaked when you remove them from the oven.. They’ll firm up as they cool.
💡 Want thicker cookies? – Chill the dough for a few hours or overnight before baking.
💡 Extra gooey chocolate? – Press additional chocolate chips on top before baking.
💡 Measure flour correctly! – Use a kitchen scale or the scoop and level method to avoid dry cookies.
Storage & Freezing
How to Store Baked Cookies
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Reheat Tip: Microwave for 5-10 seconds for a fresh-out-of-the-oven texture.
How to Freeze Cookie Dough
- Scoop the dough into balls and place on a tray in the freezer.
- Once firm, transfer to a freezer bag and store for up to 2 months.
- Bake from frozen – add 1-3 extra minutes to baking time.
How to Freeze Baked Cookies
- Let cookies cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
- Thaw at room temperature before eating.
FAQs
1. Can I make these cookies without an electric mixer?
Yes! Simply cream the butter and sugar by hand with a whisk until light and fluffy.
2. Why are my cookies hard the next day?
If your cookies are hard, they were likely overbaked. Take them out when the edges are set but pale, not golden brown.
3. Can I make these cookies vegan?
Yes! Use dairy-free butter and an egg substitute like flax eggs.
4. What if I want to use brown sugar?
You can replace ¼ cup of granulated sugar with brown sugar for a deeper flavor, but this recipe works great without it!
Final Thoughts
These chocolate chip cookies without brown sugar are the perfect solution when you’re out of brown sugar but still want soft, chewy, and delicious cookies! With just 8 simple ingredients and no chilling required, they come together in under 20 minutes.
👉 Try this recipe today and let me know how they turn out in the comments or you can share it with our Facebook community cookies lover! 🍪✨