Ultimate Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Nothing compares to the aroma of freshly made cookies filling your kitchen. Whether you're having a party, spending a relaxing evening at home, or just in the mood for something sweet, these Ultimate Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ideal indulgence. This recipe will quickly become your go-to cookie recipe since it has a crispy edge, a soft and chewy centre, and gooey chocolate chips in every bite. Additionally, it's simple to prepare using basic items that you most likely already have in your cupboard. Come on, let's bake!
Ingredients:
1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 cup (220g) packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups (350g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (120g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Tools Required:
Bowls for mixing
Whisk or electric mixer
Measurement spoons and cups
Sheets for baking
Baking mats made of silicone or parchment paper
Rack for cooling wires
A spatula
Time Spent Preparation: 15 minutes
Each batch takes 10 to 12 minutes to cook.
Time Spent: 25–30 minutes
Yield: 24 cookies
Directions:
Warm up the oven:
Line your baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine:
The softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl and beat until light and fluffy, about two to three minutes.
Add Vanilla and Eggs:
Beat in the vanilla essence after adding the eggs one at a time.
Mix the Dry Ingredients:
Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a different bowl.
Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until they are incorporated. Take care not to mix too much.
Add the chocolate chips:
And nuts (if using) and fold gently until they are uniformly distributed.
Scoop the Dough:
Drop spherical dough balls onto the baking sheets that have been prepared, leaving about 2 inches between each other, using a cookie scoop or tablespoon.
Bake:
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in a preheated oven, or until the centres are still tender but the edges are brown.
Cool:
After five minutes of cooling on the baking sheet, move the cookies to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Nutritional Information (per cookie):
Calories: 220 kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 120mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 18g
Last Tip:
Before baking, consider dusting the cookies with sea salt for an even more decadent twist. This improves the taste and produces the ideal ratio of salt to sweetness. For superior baking utensils that simplify every dish, visit Sharp Blades if you're searching for further baking ideas or top-notch kitchenware!