EASY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
These cookies require minimal effort to prepare and turn out deliciously soft and tender. Perfect for a quick homemade treat!
β²οΈ Prep Time: 15 min
π³ Bake Time: 20 min
π½οΈ Yields: About 40 cookies
π₯£ Ingredients
- 115 g butter
- 100 g white sugar
- 100 g brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 175 g all-purpose flour
- 150 g chocolate chips
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Cream butter thoroughly with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and baking powder, mixing well.
- Stir in the flour until well combined, then fold in the chocolate chips.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a teaspoon, drop mounds of dough spaced apart (they will spread during baking).
- Bake in batches if needed; about 16 cookies fit per baking tray.
- Bake at 170Β°C (340Β°F) for 20 minutes. The cookies will be soft in the center and golden around the edges.
- Resist the temptation to bake longer if they seem too softβthey will firm up as they cool.
- Transfer cookies to a wide plate in a single layer and let cool completely.
π‘ Tips
- Use good quality butter and chocolate for best flavor.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet for even baking.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
π Perfect For
- Quick homemade snacks
- Baking with kids
- Coffee or tea time treats
π Final Thoughts
These chocolate chip cookies are easy to make, irresistibly tender, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth any time.