Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies are soft, chewy treats packed with chocolate chips and a touch of vanilla flavor. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you are sharing them with family or keeping them all to yourself!

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is a fun twist on classic chocolate chip cookies. The instant pudding mix makes the cookies super soft and gives them a lovely texture. Plus, they are easy to make and are always a crowd-pleaser!

How to Make Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 small box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and instant pudding mix until well combined.
In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips.
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked; they will continue to firm up as they cool.
Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

How to Serve Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

Serve these cookies warm or at room temperature. They are great by themselves or you can enjoy them with a glass of milk for dipping!

How to Store Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage. Just make sure to place them in a freezer-safe bag.

Tips to Make Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

Make sure your butter is softened but not melted.
Don’t overmix the dough to keep the cookies soft.
For chewy cookies, slightly underbake them as they will continue to bake on the sheet after taking them out of the oven.

Variation

You can add nuts, dried fruits, or even swap out chocolate chips for white chocolate chips or butterscotch chips. Feel free to get creative!

FAQs

Can I use other flavors of pudding mix? Yes! You can try chocolate pudding mix for a richer chocolate flavor or any other flavor you like.
Can I make these cookies without eggs? You can substitute eggs with applesauce or flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan version.
How can I make these cookies less sweet? You can reduce the amount of sugar by 1/4 cup or use dark chocolate chips, which are usually less sweet than regular chocolate chips.