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Are you craving something sweet and chewy for the weekend? Well, here is the best chocolate chip cookie recipe to try.
These cookies are sweet, chewy, delicious, and so chocolatey to munch on and crunch on. Here’s how to make it:
Equipment for Making Chocolate Chip Cookies
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2 Bowls | Yes | Get It | Get It | |
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Wooden spatula | Yes | Get It | Get It | |
Baking pan | Yes | Get It | Get It | |
Oven | No | |||
Baking sheet | No |
Ingredients
½ cup of unsalted butter
½ cup of granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon of salt
¾ cup of brown sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 cup of chocolate chips or dark chocolate
½ tablespoon of baking soda
1 ¼ cup of flour
Procedures for Preparing Chocolate Chip Cookies
STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
STEP 2: Line baking sheets with parchment (or baking paper).
STEP 3: In a bowl, add the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, and salt)
STEP 4: In a different bowl, add butter and sugar.
STEP 5: Beat this using an electric mixer till soft, light, creamy and fluffy. Beat for 5-7 minutes.
STEP 6: You can also use your hand for this. Use a paddling stick to get the creamy and light texture.
STEP 7: Add in eggs one at a time as you continue mixing on low speed.
STEP 8: Add in vanilla extract and give this a mix. Now, do away with your mixer if you’re using one.
STEP 9: Now, add in the flour mixture and use a spatula or paddling stick to mix until blended.
STEP 10: Add in the chocolate chips or dark chocolates and fold them in by mixing.
STEP 11: Using an ice-cream scoop or a 2/3 measuring cup, scoop out the mixture onto parchment paper.
STEP 12: Place them 2-3 inches apart as you continue.
STEP 13: Using your hands, slightly give it a round shape. Place the baking pan with the cookie dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour to allow cool a little.
STEP 14: Bake until golden brown for 8-12 minutes.
STEP 15: Remove from the sheets and allow to cool for 20 minutes.
STEP 16: After cooling, you can serve and enjoy. Tada! You just made the best chocolate chip cookies recipe out there!
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How to Serve Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies can be enjoyed over tea or milk for breakfast or simply enjoyed among friends and family. It can also be eaten for lunch or as a late-night snack with loved ones and couple goals.
Occasions to Serve Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are go-to for a lazy afternoon, lunch with friends and family. It can also be enjoyed for Christmas with loved ones and among married couples or couples in general. Enjoy a cozy day with them.
How to Store Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip recipes should be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge.
Nutritional Value of Chocolate Chip Cookies
The nutritional benefits of these cookies recipe can be seen in high calories and carbohydrates as it provides you with energy because of the sugar.
Conclusion
Who can say No to these when they are the best chocolate chip cookies recipe out there? They are sweet, chewy and just a chip would not be enough. Bake some more and when you do, let us know in the comment section below.
FAQs
Can I melt my butter?
Yes, you can. Melting the butter gives it a chewy and smooth texture. Here’s how you can make this recipe if you choose to melt your butter. Start by mixing your wet ingredients (eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract) and pouring them into your dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, sugar, and salt). Give this a whisk and then add in chocolate chips. Adding melted butter to these best chocolate chips recipes gives it a chewy texture.
Can I use dark chocolates instead of chocolate chips?
Yes, you can. Be sure to break the chocolates to your desired size and shape. You can also add in chocolate chips for added sweetness and chocolate taste. I mean, the more it is, the sweeter it will be.
I don’t have an electric mixer. Can I still make this chocolate chip cookies recipe?
You’re in luck! You can enjoy this best chocolate chips cookie recipe without an electric mixer; you just have to put your hand to the whisk to whip up this recipe.
Can I use only granulated sugar?
Yes, you can. But brown sugar gives it that chewy texture.
Should I chill my dough before baking?
Yes, this results in thicker dough, chewy, and softer insides.
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