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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Twists

Indulge in the delightful combination of cookie dough and flaky pastry with these Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Twists, delivering warm gooey goodness in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 twists
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened The creamy, tender butter will serve as the rich foundation for our cookie dough.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed This deep, caramel sweetness adds a wonderful moisture and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Balances the deeper flavors of the brown sugar.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Infuses the dough with a heavenly flavor.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Gives our dough structure while retaining a tender bite.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Melts into pockets of gooey chocolate bliss.
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet refrigerated crescent roll dough (or pizza dough) Creates a delightful contrast to the gooey filling.
  • 1 large egg, beaten For egg wash to give a golden finish.
  • Extra none chocolate chips for topping Optional, for added indulgence.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract, flour, and salt until everything is combined.
  4. Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently.
  5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the crescent roll dough, pinching the seams together to form a smooth rectangle.
  6. Spread the cookie dough mixture evenly over the crescent roll dough.
  7. Cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide.
  8. Twist each strip several times to create swirls of cookie dough within the flaky layers.
  9. Place the twisted strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  10. Brush the twists with the beaten egg and optionally sprinkle with extra chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  2. Let the twists cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These twists are delightful warm and pair wonderfully with vanilla ice cream. Try different types of chocolate chips for variations.