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If you are craving the iconic Chick-Fil-A chocolate chip cookies but don’t want to leave your house, this Chick-Fil-A copycat cookie recipe is the think you’ve been looking for! It makes soft and chewy cookies that taste even better that the original. Made with double the chocolate chunks, oats, and a hunt of honey, they are so perfect for any occasion!

Pus if you are a fan of their refreshing frosted lemonade be sure to check out my Chick-Fil-A Frosted Lemonade Copycat Recipe  while you’re here. Trust me you’ll be obsessed!

Ingredients for Chick-Fil-A Cookie cut in half
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Chick-Fil-A’s cookies are irresistibly addictive, they’re simple but also packed with flavor and I made it my mission to figure out hot to make the perfect copycat version at home for you. 

Every time I visit the famous chicken restaurant, I cannot help myself. I always end up grabbing a sweet treat to go with their mocha cold brew coffee. More often than not, it is their honey oatmeal chocolate chip cookie I crave!

This is the best Chick-Fil-A chocolate chip cookies

These Chick-Fil-A inspired chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate indulgence, but in all honesty I tend to crave them at the worst times. Often it is when the store is closed and you can imagine how annoying that is! So I found a way to enjoy them whenever the cravings hit!

With this recipe, you can do just that. Plus these cookies when stored correctly stay insanely soft for days so you can have them whenever you want!

Stack of Ingredients for Chick-Fil-A Cookies

Why you need to make this recipe!

  • One bowl recipe, AKA no need to overcomplicate things! Easy clean-up and a quick prep is what I am all about!
  • Better than the original! Honestly, they taste even better than the Chick-Fil-A version (promise!!)
  • Save money! Who doesn’t want to save money in this economy. That’s why I love maying this recipe at home for a fraction of the cost!

What Makes These Cookies So Special?

Chick-Fil-A’s cookies are a staple for so many! I see at least 2-3 people purchase them every time I am there! They are thick, slightly chewy, and packed with the perfect balance of milk chocolate chips and semi-sweet chocolate. The addition of oats also makes them stand out so much more compared to your typical chocolate chips cookies. Creating a fun and unique texture that you really can’t resist!

The most important part to me is that you can have these cookies whenever you want to have them. No need to wait until Monday because they’re closed Sunday. You can have these whenever the cravings hit.

Ingredients for Chick-Fil-A Cookies

Ingredients for this Chick-Fil-A cookies

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this chocolate chunk copycat cookie. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements.

  • Light brown sugar & granulated sugarโ€“ This cookie uses a mixture of sugars to get them to have the perfect consistency and texture.
  • Shorteningย & butterโ€“ Chick-Fil-A actually uses shortening in their cookies so we are using a mixture of butter flavored Crisco as well as butter to give these the perfect texture.
  • Honey โ€“ This is the secret ingredient that will add a nice depth of flavor here.
  • Eggโ€“ This will be the binding agent of our cookies. I like to use large eggs at room temperature.
  • Vanilla extract- Vanilla pairs so well with the honey flavors of this cookie.
  • Flourโ€“ All purpose flour works great for this cookie recipe.
  • Oatsโ€“ A little old-fashioned oats go a long way in this recipe.
  • Baking powder & baking sodaโ€“ These will give our cookies a little extra height.
  • Saltโ€“ Always use a little salt in your baked goods to balance out the sweetness of your cookies.
  • Chocolate chunksย โ€“ Useย milk chocolate chunksย andย semi-sweet chocolate chunksย to get that iconic Chick Fil A flavor.

How to make Copycat Chick-Fil-A chocolate chip cookies

This is how you can make these delicious Chick Fil A cookies. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed instructions!

  1. Cream the butter, shortening, and sugar together in a stand mixerbowl. 
  2. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and honey, and mix just until combined.
  3. Stir in the flour, baking soda, baking powder, oats, and salt into the wet ingredients and mix.
  4. Scrape down the sides with a silicone spatula from time to time to make sure everything is well combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chunks, cover the bowl, and chill for 1 hour or overnight.
  6. Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake. You can even top each cookie dough ball with a few more semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks for a more impressive look. 
  7. Let the cookies cool down and enjoy!

This recipe is great made in a stand mixer but if you don’t have that feel free to mix your ingredients in a medium bowl using a hand mixer.

Frequently asked questions – FAQ

If you have the time, I prefer the chilled dough method because it results in cookies that are a tad bit thicker since the chilling allows the flour to absorb more liquid. It also allows the flavors of the chocolate chunk cookies to develop even more.

If you decide to make these cookies without chilling the dough, bake them for 1-2 minutes less.

How to store these Chick Fil A cookies?

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. You can also pop them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 7 days.

Once youโ€™re ready to enjoy them pop them in the microwave for a few seconds to get them ooey gooey again and enjoy! 

Can I freeze chick fil a chocolate chunk cookies?

Yes! You can also freeze these baked cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Once youโ€™re ready to enjoy them thaw them in the fridge overnight or on the countertop for less.

My favorite way to thaw these is to pop them in the microwave for a few seconds and enjoy them!

Mini catering chick-fil-a cookies

Can I make mini Chick Fil A cookies?

Yes, you can! Instead of making 16 larger cookies, you will be able to make 32 smaller ones. Instead of baking them for 13-14 minutes, bake them for 10 minutes instead.

Do Chick-Fil-A cookies have nuts?

These cookies don’t have nuts in them. They do have oats which create sun a fun texture but if you want to add in some nuts, I would highly recommend adding in toasted walnuts ot even toasted pecans!

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Chick-Fil-A Cookies
5 from 106 votes

Chick Fil A Chocolate chip cookies copycat

These are some of the butteriest semi sweet and milk chocolate chunk oatmeal cookie ever. They are even better than the Chik-Fil-A Cookies!
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 12 minutes
Total: 32 minutes
Servings: 16 cookies
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Ingredients 
 

  • 1/2 cup shortening butter flavored
  • 1/2 cup butter softened, salted or unsalted
  • 1 & 1/4 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 egg at room temperature
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cup AP flour
  • 3/4 cup Old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup semi sweet chocolate chunks
  • 3/4 cup milk chocolate chunks

Instructions 

  • Cream the butter, shortening, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until combined.
  • Add in the eggs, honey, and vanilla extract, and mix to combine.
  • Fold in the dry ingredients, flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, and salt just until the flour mixture disappears. Mix in the chocolate chunks until evenly distributed. Cover the bowl, and chill the cookie dough in the fridge for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350F, and line a baking sheet with parchement paper then set aside.
  • Using a large cookie scooper, scoop out 16 large cookies. Split in half then mash together again with the ragged edge on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-13minutes.
  • Let the cookies cool down on the baking sheet for 20 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

How to store these Chick Fil A cookies?

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. You can also pop them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
Once you’re ready to enjoy them pop them in the microwave for a few seconds to get them ooey gooey again and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 416Calories | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 592mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 211IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Chahinez

Chahinez Tabet Aoul is the recipe developer, photographer, and writer behind Lifestyle of a Foodie and Simple Copycat Recipes. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Chahinez is known for creating approachable, high-reward recipes that feel like they came straight from your favorite restaurant. Only easier, more fun, and made right a thome!

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56 Comments

  1. Rachel says:

    5 stars
    can i leave out the oats? these are the very beat cookies i added peanut butter morsels and omgoodness whole other level!!@

    1. Chahinez says:

      Sure you can leave out the oats if you want ๐Ÿ™‚ I’m glad they tasted good!

  2. Carrie says:

    5 stars
    Cookies were really good! However my cookies are not as dark as yours even when I followed the recipe precisely..any idea what I did wrong?

    1. Chahinez says:

      Glad you liked them! The color difference could just be from the color of your dark brown sugar. Mine was pretty dark so that’s why it has that look.

  3. Aubray says:

    5 stars
    These really hit the spot on my craving for chick fil a cookies. They are better and so delicious ๐Ÿ˜‹ thank you so much!

    1. Chahinez says:

      I’m really glad you liked them!

  4. Ashley says:

    This recipe looks amazing! Does the shortening have to be butter flavored? I already have regular shortening, so I’m wondering if I can use what I have on hand!

    1. Chahinez says:

      Thank you! ๐Ÿ˜Š You can definitely use regular shortening if thatโ€™s what you have on hand, but the butter-flavored shortening will give the recipe a little extra richness and depth of flavor. Either way, it should still turn out delicious!