Bear Paw Cookies
These adorable Bear Paw Cookies are not only fun to make but delicious to eat! Soft and buttery cookies topped with chocolate melting wafers and chocolate chips to resemble bear paws. Perfect for a whimsical treat that both kids and adults will enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
24 Ghiradelli dark chocolate melting wafers
72 semi-sweet chocolate chips (3 chips per cookie)
Directions:
In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Using a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon, scoop out dough and roll into balls. If desired, roll each ball in extra sugar for a slightly crunchy exterior.
Place the dough balls onto the prepared cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and immediately press one Ghiradelli dark chocolate melting wafer into the center of each cookie to create the paw pad.
Place 3 semi-sweet chocolate chips above the wafer to resemble claws on each cookie.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, enjoy these adorable Bear Paw Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 9-12 minutes | Total Time: 19 minutes | Servings: 24 cookies
