Crafted with just four ingredients, including decadent milk chocolate chips, these Sweetened Condensed Milk Cookies offer a mouth-melting, effortless treat, ideal for any snacking moment!
Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 180ºC (356ºF). Line a baking tray with baking paper and set aside.
Cream Butter and Condensed Milk: In a large mixing bowl, use electric hand beaters, or a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, to beat the softened butter and condensed milk on high speed for 1 minute until well combined, light, and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Add Flour: Add the self-raising flour and beat on medium speed for 30-40 seconds, or until a soft dough forms.
Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Add the chocolate chips and using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, mix them through until they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough. Be gentle and avoid over-mixing.
Form Cookies: Scoop 1 level tablespoon (25g/0.8oz) of dough, roll it into a smooth ball, then gently flatten it in your palms to form a thick disc. Place each disc onto the lined baking tray, leaving space between cookies to allow for spreading.
Bake: Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain pale.
Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
*Note one: I used regular-sized milk chocolate chips in the cookie dough and mini milk chocolate chips on top of each cookie. You can use either, whether that be regular in both the dough and on top or mini both in the dough and on top.
Room temperature ingredients: Make sure your butter and condensed milk are at room temperature before you start. This will help the ingredients blend together more smoothly and create a better texture in your cookies.
Store: Allow cookies to cool completely and store in an airtight container, at room temperature for 1 week - 10 days.
Freeze: Place them in a freezer-friendly zip-lock bag or container, layered with parchment paper between each layer of cookies to prevent sticking. Label with the date and freeze for up to 3 months.
Thaw: At room temperature for 1-2 hours until soft enough to eat.