Simple Chocolate Chip Cookie
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There’s something undeniably comforting about the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house, especially when they’re chocolate chip cookies. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a little bit of love, you can whip up a batch of homemade chocolate chip cookies that rival any store-bought variety. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, this foolproof recipe is sure to satisfy. So preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and get ready to embark on a delicious baking adventure!
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Simple Chocolate Chip Cookie
Warm, freshly baked cookies straight out of the oven, with gooey pockets of melted chocolate just waiting to be devoured. Is your mouth watering yet? Ours sure is! There's something truly magical about the humble chocolate chip cookie – it's the epitome of comfort food, a sweet treat that never fails to put a smile on your face.
Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Begin by chopping the dark chocolate into small chunks. You can adjust the size of the chunks to your preference, but aim for bite-sized pieces that will melt deliciously into the cookie dough.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Sift together the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies rather than tender ones.
Fold in the chopped dark chocolate and chocolate chips until they're evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Cover the cookie dough and refrigerate it for at least an hour. Chilling the dough helps solidify the fats, resulting in thicker, chewier cookies. Plus, it allows the flavors to meld together for a more complex taste.
Once chilled, use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave some space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they're golden brown around the edges.
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 221kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12.1g19%
- Saturated Fat 7.3g37%
- Cholesterol 32mg11%
- Sodium 86mg4%
- Potassium 12mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 27g9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 3g6%
- Calcium 7 mg
- Iron 1 mg
- Vitamin D 1 IU
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Note
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before starting.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and ensures they maintain their chewy texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
While you can technically use margarine as a substitute for butter, it may affect the flavor and texture of the cookies. Butter contributes to the rich flavor and chewy texture of chocolate chip cookies, so it's generally best to stick with butter if possible.
Absolutely! Feel free to use your favorite type of chocolate in this recipe. Milk chocolate will result in sweeter cookies, while dark chocolate adds a more intense chocolate flavor. You can even use a combination of both for a deliciously balanced taste.
