Welcome to the delicious world of cookie baking! In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to create mouthwatering cookies that are sure to delight your taste buds. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, we’ve got you covered with easy-to-follow instructions and tips to ensure your cookies turn out perfectly every time. So, grab your ingredients, preheat that oven, and let’s embark on a sweet culinary adventure to learn how to make irresistible cookies that will leave your friends and family asking for more.
How to make cookies
Cookies are sweet, small, flat, and typically round or shaped treats made from a dough that is usually baked until it's golden brown. They come in a wide variety of flavors, textures, and shapes, ranging from soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies to crispy, delicate shortbread cookies. Cookies are often made with ingredients such as flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and flavorings like chocolate chips, nuts, or spices. They are a popular dessert and snack worldwide, enjoyed in various forms and flavors across cultures.
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 semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop spoonful of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. Keep a close eye on them as baking times may vary depending on your oven.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your freshly baked chocolate chip cookies!
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Notes
When making cookies be mindful of the baking time and temperature. Overbaking can lead to dry and hard cookies, while underbaking can result in cookies that are too soft and doughy. It's a good practice to follow the recommended baking time in your recipe and keep an eye on the cookies as they bake. They are often ready when the edges are slightly golden, but the centers still look slightly underdone. Cookies continue to set and firm up a bit as they cool on the baking sheet after being taken out of the oven, so it's essential not to leave them in the oven for too long.
Nutrition
Serving: 75g
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