Chocolate Chip Cookies can be thick and crispy or Thin and Chewy packed full of delicious chocolate chips. And you can use any type of chocolate in these cookies, Milk Chocolate, White Chocolate or even Dark Chocolate.
The secret to getting these cookies perfectly chewy is the type of sugar you use, a sweet sticky mixture of Caster and Soft brown sugar is what is needed.
These Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are simple and delicious. Follow our easy recipe to make the best choc chip cookies ever, chewy and crunchy.
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History of the Chocolate Chip Cookie
The chocolate chip cookie has a rich history that dates back to the 1930s, when Ruth Wakefield, a chef and owner of the Toll House Inn in Massachusetts, decided to experiment with a new recipe.
Originally, she intended to create a batch of chocolate cookies by adding chopped-up pieces of semi-sweet chocolate to her dough, expecting them to melt and create a rich chocolate flavor throughout. However, to her surprise, the chocolate held its shape, resulting in a cookie that was both chewy and studded with delightful morsels of chocolate.
This happy accident quickly gained popularity, and Ruth's recipe was published in a Boston newspaper, leading to a surge in demand. Nestle, recognizing the potential, struck a deal with Wakefield to include her recipe on their chocolate bar packaging, which helped to further popularize the treat.
Over the decades, the chocolate chip cookie has evolved, with countless variations emerging, from the classic soft and chewy version to crispy and gourmet adaptations, solidifying its status as a beloved staple in American baking and beyond.
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Serves: Ten
Medium
Cook in: 20 min
Prep: 30 min
What equipment do you need ?
Baking Tray
Silicone Paper
Mixing Bowl
Wooden Spoon
Kitchen Scales
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Silicon Paper
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Plastic Mixing Bowl
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Chocolate Chip Cookies come in many different forms, everything from thick and crunchy to flat and chewy.
This recipe is for the ultimate in chocolate indulgence, a large flat and chewy choc chip cookie. Slightly crunchy on the outside and deliciously chewy on the inside. For me this is how a Cookie should be made.
I make these cookies as a special treat at home, ideal for Halloween treat or for leaving out for Santa on Christmas eve.
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Variations of Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies can be adapted in numerous ways to suit various tastes and dietary preferences.
For instance, one might experiment with different types of chocolate, such as dark, milk, or even white chocolate, to create unique flavours.
Additionally, incorporating ingredients like nuts, dried fruits, or spices can enhance the texture and taste of the cookies.
For those with dietary restrictions, alternatives such as gluten-free flour or plant-based butter can be used without sacrificing the classic's essence.
170 g Plain flour
120 g Of Butter
120 g Light Brown Sugar
65 g Caster sugar
1 Egg (small)
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1/4 tsp Bicarbonate of soda
1/2 tsp of Salt
100 g Choc Chips
Nut free
Nutrition:
Nutritional Facts
This is per cookie
43g size
Cream the butter and sugars together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. You can use an electric whisk if you like.
Beat the eggs into the mixture with a wooden spoon.
Add the Vanilla extract.
Add the chocolate chips & any other chocolate or ingredient you want at this stage.
Mix the bicarbonate of soda and the salt into the flour
Add the flour to the mixture, then slowly combine it with a wooden spoon until it forms a sticky cookie dough.
Put the dough in the fridge for 30 minuets.
To make Large Cookies you are going to want an 60 g ball of dough.
For a smaller cookie try a 50 g ball.
Put the dough balls about 4 - 6 inches apart on a baking tray, lined with silicon paper
Put the cookies in a preheated oven @180 c for 11 - 12 minutes (No longer than 12)
Take them out and allow them to cool before transferring them to a wire rack for further cooling.
Remember the cookies will be soft when you take them out of the oven, so let them cool.
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Chefs Tips for making Chocolate Chip Cookies
How long will Chocolate Chip Cookies Keep ?
The shelf life of chocolate chip cookies largely depends on their storage conditions. When kept in an airtight container at room temperature, they can remain fresh for about one week.
What type of chocolate should I use in a chocolate chip cookie ?
The most common type of chocolate is Milk chocolate.However, Dark chocolate can be employed for a richer taste, while White chocolate offers a creamier, sweeter profile
What can I use instead of butter in chocolate chip cookies?
For a dairy-free substitute, coconut oil or vegetable shortening can provide a similar texture and moisture. Additionally, unsweetened applesauce or mashed bananas can be used to add moisture while reducing fat content, though they may slightly alter the flavour.
Can I freeze chocolate chip cookie dough?
Freezing the dough allows you to preserve its freshness and enjoy freshly baked cookies at a later time.
Cuisine:American
