Simple and Delicious Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Baking cookies at home is a fun and delicious activity that can be enjoyed with family and friends. Cookies are perfect for any occasion and can be customized with different flavours, shapes, and decorations. This article will share a step-by-step guide on making basic chocolate chip cookies.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter-sugar mixture and beat well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving.
Tips:
- For softer cookies, bake for 12-13 minutes. For crispier cookies, bake for 14-15 minutes.
- You can also add chopped nuts, dried fruits, or other flavourings to the cookie dough.
