| Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 12 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 422 | 18g | 10g | 60g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 35g | 1g | 5g | 0.10g |
There are some recipes that capture the essence of a moment, a season, or a well-beloved memory. White Chocolate and Currant Cookies, a fruit-based recipe, does that for me every time. The meltingly sweet white chocolate, nuanced by the tart yet sweet notes of dried currants, takes me right back to my childhood in Portland, Maine. I can almost smell the sea breeze, feel the crisp Atlantic air on my face, and hear my daughters giggling in the background as the aroma of these cookies fills the room.
A Nostalgically Delicious Treat
Yes, my culinary prowess rests heavily on New England seafood, mastered through years of experimenting with hearty chowders and succulent lobster rolls. But the immense pleasure that comes from baking these cookies, especially on a chilly afternoon with Erin and Samantha, remains unmatched.
These cookies are somewhat reminiscent in taste to the White Chocolate Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies, another family favorite, but the currants give them a unique flavor twist. If you’re planning a tea party or a cozy get-together, pair these cookies with a delicious Pear and Elderflower Spritz, the combination is a lovely sweet-tart symphony.
Not Just Delicious, But Also Health-Packed
Moving beyond the undeniable deliciousness of these White Chocolate and Currant Cookies, there’s more that makes them special. The dried currants in this recipe come packed with antioxidants, contributing to overall wellness. Researchers have identified beneficial compounds in white chocolate such as theobromine which may help with cough and high blood pressure. By moderating the amount of sugar, these cookies can be a delightful indulgence without completely tipping the scale. But believe me, once you bite into a warm, soft, and gooey cookie, it’s not just your taste buds that will be grateful. It’s a happiness that encompasses heart, mind, and soul – a perfect embodiment of my love for cooking and feeding those I love.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup of good-quality white chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup of dried currants
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup of granulated white sugar
- 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
Method
Step One
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated white sugar, and packed brown sugar until it is light and fluffy.
Step Two
Beat the large egg into the butter and sugar mixture, then stir in the pure vanilla extract.
Step Three
In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well.
Step Four
Fold in the good-quality white chocolate chips and the dried currants into the dough, ensuring that the chips and currants are evenly distributed.
Step Five
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
Step Six
Drop round tablespoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie as they will spread as they bake.
Step Seven
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Step Eight
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your white chocolate and currant cookies!
