Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
Extras
Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the Dough
Step 2
Mix Ingredients
Step 3
Bake the Cookies
Servings
As you pull these delightful cookies out of the oven, you may be wondering how to serve them to truly savor the experience. Here are a few suggestions:
🍪 With a Glass of Milk: This is the classic way to enjoy fresh cookies. The cool, creamy milk pairs perfectly with the warm, gooey chocolate chips.
🍧 A la Mode: For an indulgent treat, serve the cookies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The combination of warm and cold, creamy and crunchy, is simply irresistible.
🍓 Fruit & Nut Delight: Add a healthy twist by serving your cookies with a side of mixed berries or a handful of nuts. The tartness of the fruit and the crunch of the nuts add delightful contrasts to the sweet, chewy cookies.
🎉 Party Platter: Arrange the cookies on a decorative plate and sprinkle them with a touch of powdered sugar for a festive look. They’re perfect for holiday gatherings, birthdays, or just because!
Equipment
Use a large bowl to ensure there's enough room to thoroughly combine all the ingredients without making a mess.
A mixer will make blending the wet ingredients easier and faster. If you don't have one, a sturdy wooden spoon works too, but prepare for a bit of a workout!
Choose a baking sheet that is flat and unwarped for even baking. Lining it with parchment paper can help prevent the cookies from sticking and makes clean-up easier.
This tool helps to ensure that your cookies are all the same size, which means they will bake evenly. Alternatively, you can use a tablespoon.
Variations
Want to cater to friends with dietary needs? No problem! Check out these variations:
🌾 Gluten-Free: Swap the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. Check if the baking blend you choose already contains xanthan gum; if not, add 1/2 teaspoon to ensure the right texture.
🌱 Vegan: Replace the butter with vegan butter and use flax eggs in place of the regular eggs and yolks (1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons of water equals one egg). Double-check that your chocolate chips are dairy-free, too!
Faq
- Why is my cookie dough too sticky?
This can happen if your butter is too soft or if you used too much brown sugar. Try refrigerating the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can. However, the flavor might not be as rich and the texture may vary a bit. Butter gives the best results for classic taste and texture.
- How do I prevent my cookies from spreading too much?
Chilling the dough before baking can help control the spread. Also, be sure to measure your flour correctly; adding a bit more can help with structure.
- Can I freeze the dough?
Absolutely! Scoop the dough into balls and freeze them on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a zip-top bag. Bake from frozen, just add a few extra minutes to the bake time.
- How do I make my cookies chewier?
Try using more brown sugar than white sugar, as brown sugar contains more moisture. An extra egg yolk can also add chewiness.
- What’s the best chocolate to use for chips?
High-quality semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips are great choices. For a gourmet touch, use chopped chocolate bars instead of chips!