Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
SERVES: 22
PREP: 15 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 15 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes
Let's face it; this is a cookie-stan community. I'm that friend who keeps you in the loop on the latest obsession. Picture this community as the greatest kickback with good eats, great conversation, and endless laughs. Store-bought cookies are like the blandest episode of a reality TV show - predictable, lacking depth, and often leaving you with a sense of "meh." It's time to break free from the cookie monotony and embark on a journey to discover the true joy of homemade goodness. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you, and your cookie jar will never be the same again! Plus, let's not delve into the 50 ingredients and preservatives on the back of the label. Our recipe maxes out at a mere nine simple ingredients, mostly likely in your kitchen.
Just one whiff of this homemade goodness, and you'll never find yourself on the dairy aisle picking up another pack of store-bought cookies. Homemade cookies are not just a treat; they're a culinary adventure, a warm hug for your soul, and a rebellion against the ordinary.
Now, you might be thinking, "But the convenience of store-bought cookies!" Well, my friend, let me tell you about the joy of spending quality time in the kitchen, creating edible masterpieces with your own two hands. It's therapy, it's creativity, and it's a chance to flaunt your inner baking superstar. Plus, who needs a gym when you can get a workout from all that stirring, mixing, and scooping? 🤣🤣
Still not convinced? Let's talk about taste. Homemade cookies are like the Beyoncé of the dessert world - bold, flavorful, and leaving you wanting an encore. No more settling for the cookie aisle's one-hit wonders when you can have a symphony of taste right in your own home.
Now, onto the persuasion. I'm about to share a recipe that will not only convert you into a homemade cookie believer but will also have you dancing to "This Is How We Do It" by Montell Jordan. Drumroll, please! 🥁
Introducing the "Heavenly Chocolate Chip" cookies - a concoction of gooey chocolate, brown sugar, and a dash of mischief. These cookies are so divine that even your grandma would ask for the recipe. They're so irresistible that if cookies were currency, you'd be a millionaire by now. Get your apron on, tie up your hair (or not), and let's bake our way to cookie utopia.
Understanding the roles of each ingredient helps in achieving the desired texture, flavor, and appearance of the cookies. The precise combination and proportions contribute to the success of the recipe, ensuring a delightful cookie experience.
Salted Butter, Softened (1 cup):
Provides moisture, richness, and flavor to the cookies. The salted butter also contributes a subtle saltiness, enhancing the overall taste.
Granulated Sugar (1/2 cup):
Sweetens the cookie dough and contributes to the cookies' tenderness and texture. It also aids in creating a slightly crispy exterior.
Brown Sugar (1 cup):
Adds moisture, chewiness, and a caramel-like flavor to the cookies. Brown sugar also contributes to the cookies' soft and chewy texture.
All-Purpose Flour (2 1/4 cups):
Serves as the main structure of the cookies. The flour provides stability and helps hold the cookies together while baking.
Baking Soda (1 teaspoon):
Acts as a leavening agent, helping the cookies rise and giving them a soft and tender texture.
Chocolate Chips (2 cups):
Introduces the delightful chocolatey goodness to the cookies. The chocolate chips melt during baking, creating pockets of gooey goodness throughout the cookies.
Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon):
Enhances the flavor of the cookies with its sweet and aromatic notes, adding depth to the overall taste.
Egg (1 large):
Contributes to the structure of the cookies by providing moisture and acting as a binding agent. It also helps the cookies rise and adds richness.
Salt (1/2 teaspoon):
Enhances the overall flavor by balancing the sweetness. It also plays a role in strengthening the gluten structure in the dough.
Sea Salt (a pinch):
Adds a finishing touch of saltiness to complement the sweetness of the chocolate chips, creating a perfect sweet and salty balance.
Homemade Chocolate Chip Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup salted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups Chocolate Chips (as much as your heart desires!)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
A pinch of sea salt
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Prepare the Ingredients:
Ensure the butter is softened. Measure out granulated sugar, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, baking soda, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, egg, salt, and a pinch of sea salt.
Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda and salt.
Cream the Butter and Sugars:
In another bowl, cream together the softened salted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Egg and Vanilla:
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until well combined.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft cookie dough forms.
Fold in Chocolate Chips:
Gently fold in the chocolate chips and mix evenly.
Shape the Cookies:
Drop rounded balls of cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 13-14 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Cool and Enjoy:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Share the Bliss:
Share these heavenly chocolate chip cookies with friends and family, and savor the delightful combination of gooey chocolate and the perfect touch of sea salt!
Hope you enjoy this recipe and Don’t Forget to Kiss the Cook!
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