Cozy Kale Soft Chewy (Printable Version)

Soft, chewy treats infused with earthy kale and warm spices for a wholesome sweet bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
08 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

11 - 1 cup packed kale leaves, stems removed, finely chopped
12 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
13 - 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
14 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
03 - In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.
04 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
06 - Gently fold in finely chopped kale, rolled oats, dark chocolate chips, and walnuts until evenly distributed.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing approximately 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are set.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's our little secret how the earthy kale perfectly balances the sweetness in such a comforting way
  • Every bite feels like a nostalgic hug, with warming spices that make it a family favorite in no time
02 -
  • Softening the butter properly is crucial—it affects the cookie's chewiness more than you'd expect
  • Adding the kale last helps keep it fresh and bright, preventing it from turning mushy
03 -
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies with a richer flavor
  • Using a combination of sugars is the secret to that soft but textured bite everyone loves

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