Who doesn’t love the classic chocolate chip cookie? This recipe is a tried and true favorite that is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Whether you need a quick sweet treat for a party or just want to satisfy your cookie craving, these chocolate chip cookies are the perfect solution.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- The combination of dark and milk chocolate chips creates a perfect balance of flavors.
- With simple ingredients and easy steps, these cookies are a great option for quick baking sessions or meal prepping for the week.
Ingredient Notes:
- Unsalted butter: Provides flavor and helps create a soft and chewy texture. Can be substituted with margarine or vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
- Plain flour: The base of the cookie dough, creating structure and stability.
- Brown sugar: Adds moisture and a rich flavor to the cookies.
- Eggs: Bind the ingredients together and add richness. Can use flax eggs for a vegan alternative.
- Chocolate chips: The star of the show, providing bursts of chocolatey goodness in every bite.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Preheat your oven and prepare your baking sheets.
- Cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Sift in the dry ingredients and fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop the cookie dough onto the baking sheets and bake until golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool before enjoying their gooey centers and crispy edges.
Helpful Tips:
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for a thicker cookie.
- Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Swap out the chocolate chips for nuts or dried fruit for a unique twist.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation.
- Don’t overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
- Rotate the baking sheets halfway through baking for even browning.
Serving Suggestions:
These chocolate chip cookies are perfect on their own or paired with a glass of cold milk. They also make a great addition to ice cream sandwiches or crumbled over yogurt.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To reheat, place cookies in a microwave for a few seconds or in a preheated oven for a warm and gooey treat.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I freeze the cookie dough? Yes, scoop the dough onto a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.
- Can I use margarine instead of butter? Yes, margarine can be used as a substitute, but the flavor and texture may vary slightly.
- How do I prevent my cookies from spreading too much? Chilling the dough and using a higher flour to fat ratio can help prevent excessive spreading.
Conclusion:
So, what are you waiting for? Whip up a batch of these delicious chocolate chip cookies and enjoy the sweet satisfaction of homemade goodness. Don’t forget to share your baking success with friends and family – they’ll thank you for it!
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The Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10-12 mins
- Total Time: 25-27 mins
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these chewy and decadent chocolate chip cookies. Packed with rich dark and milk chocolate chips, these cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients:
- 2 cups (300g) plain flour / all-purpose flour
- 3 tsp cornflour/cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda / bi-carb
- 1/2 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt
Wet ingredients:
- 1 tightly packed cup (200g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) caster sugar / superfine sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 yolk from a large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Choc chips:
- 1 1/2 cups (250g) dark chocolate chips / semi-sweet choc chips
- 3/4 cup (150g) milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornflour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Bake Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a lined baking tray, leaving space between each. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra gooey cookies, slightly underbake them and let them finish cooking on the tray out of the oven.
- You can customize the chocolate chips to your preference by using a mix of dark, milk, or white chocolate.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg