Chocolate Chip Cookies: Chicory Pecan Bitters Idea
Sep 18, 2025
If you’re hunting for new ways to use Chicory Pecan Bitters, start here. These chocolate chip cookies get a splash of El Guapo Chicory Pecan Bitters, which adds roasted chicory, toasted pecan and a hint of coffee. It is a simple way to elevate a classic dessert without complicating the recipe.
Shared by Alexis Tabor of Momofuku Nishi, this is an easy, restaurant-worthy treat you can bake at home.
Chicory Pecan Cookie Recipe
Makes one dozen cookies.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup butter at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoon El Guapo™ Chicory Pecan Bitters
- 1 egg
- 1 package semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt.
- Cream the butter, white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and Chicory Pecan Bitters. Mix until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Roll the dough into one-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges turn golden.
- Cool on the sheet for a few minutes before moving to a rack.
Elevating Desserts: The Bitters Advantage in Baking
Bitters act like a concentrated flavor extract. Chicory Pecan Bitters bring roasted chicory, toasted pecan and a soft coffee note that vanilla alone can’t match. A small amount transforms the dough and gives these cookies deeper character with no artificial anything. Just serious flavor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chicory Pecan Bitters?
A concentrated blend of roasted chicory, toasted pecan and coffee-like richness.
Can I make these cookies without the bitters?
You can, but you lose the depth. The bitters are the magic.
What other desserts can use bitters?
Brownies, ice cream, whipped cream or simple cakes. Bitters add quick complexity.
What is the secret to a great chocolate chip cookie with bitters?
Use a high-quality bitter that matches the sweetness of the chocolate and the richness of the butter.
