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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 cup of packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups of flour and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of packed brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Beat in the 2 eggs, one at a time, then stir in the flour mixture.
- Fold in the 2 cups of chocolate chips.
- Drop by large spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
The chocolate chip cookie has a rich history dating back to 1930s America. Ruth Wakefield, owner of the Toll House Inn, is credited with creating the first chocolate chip cookie by adding chopped chocolate to her cookie dough. The recipe gained popularity after Nestle began producing chocolate chips, and Wakefield's creation became a household favorite. Today, the best chocolate chip cookies can be found in bakeries across the United States, with notable versions from Levain Bakery in New York City and Tiff's Treats in Texas. The key to a perfect chocolate chip cookie lies in the balance of butter, sugar, and high-quality chocolate chips. Some alternative methods include adding sea salt for a savory twist or using different types of chocolate for a unique flavor profile.
25 min
24
150 calories
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