Embark on a delightful baking adventure with our simple and irresistible cookie recipe, where the aroma of freshly baked goodness wafts through the air. With a handful of pantry staples, a dash of creativity, and a pinch of patience, you’ll craft delectable cookies that marry the comfort of tradition with the joy of homemade treats. Dive into the world of baking as you mix, scoop, and watch your creations transform into golden-hued, chewy delights, ready to be shared and savored with every delightful bite.
Baking chocolate cookies - A simple recipe to try
Baking chocolate chip cookies involves creating a batch of delicious, sweet treats made from a basic cookie dough that's studded with chocolate chips. The process typically begins with creaming together softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Eggs are added one at a time to create a cohesive mixture. In a separate bowl, dry ingredients like all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt are combined. The dry mixture is then gradually added to the wet mixture, creating a cookie dough. Chocolate chips are folded into the dough to add bursts of chocolatey goodness. The dough is scooped onto baking sheets and baked in a preheated oven until the cookies turn golden brown around the edges. The end result is a batch of warm, chewy, and slightly crispy chocolate chip cookies that are perfect for sharing and indulging in a classic sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, beating until well blended.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
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Notes
When making cookies, an important thing to note is the precise measurement of ingredients, especially flour. Using too much flour can result in dry and crumbly cookies.
Tips:
- Use room temperature butter for easier mixing.
- Measure the flour by spooning it into the measuring cup and leveling it off with a knife to avoid packing it.
- Be cautious not to overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
- Experiment with adding nuts or other mix-ins for variety. Enjoy baking and savoring these classic chocolate chip cookies!
- Use room temperature butter for easier mixing.
- Measure the flour by spooning it into the measuring cup and leveling it off with a knife to avoid packing it.
- Be cautious not to overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
- Experiment with adding nuts or other mix-ins for variety. Enjoy baking and savoring these classic chocolate chip cookies!
Nutrition
Serving: 100g
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