Experience the simple joy of baking with our Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe. Using everyday ingredients, this recipe offers a delicious balance of sweetness and chocolatey goodness that's perfect for all ages. It's more than just a cookie - it's a chance to create fond memories in the kitchen, one scrumptious bite at a time. This recipe is direct from our Cooks in the Making series and has been client approved!
Hey there! Chef Ashley here and before we jump into our recipe, I've got a little extra help and tips for you that you might find useful! It's a quick read, but if you're in a hurry, feel free to skip straight down to the recipe.
Chef's Dictionary:
Cream:Â This is a method used in baking where softened butter and sugar are beaten together until light and fluffy.
Fold:Â This is a gentle mixing method used to keep air in the mixture. You cut through the mixture with a spoon or spatula, go under it, and then fold it over on top of itself.
Bake:Â To cook in an oven. In baking, heat is gradually transferred from the surface of the dough, transforming it into a baked good with a firm dry crust and softer center.
Kitchen Hacks:
Softening Butter Quickly:Â If you forgot to take the butter out of the fridge ahead of time, grate the cold butter using a cheese grater. It will soften in no time!
Keeping Brown Sugar Soft:Â Keep brown sugar soft by storing it with a small piece of bread or a couple of marshmallows. They will provide just enough moisture to keep the sugar from drying out.
Freezing Cookie Dough: If you don't want to bake all the cookies at once, you can freeze the dough for later use. Roll the dough into balls, place them on a baking sheet, and freeze. Once frozen, transfer them to a resealable bag. When you're ready to bake, just add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time – no need to thaw!
As we wrap up, remember that baking these Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies is about more than just creating a delightful treat. It's about building confidence in the kitchen and most importantly, having fun!
So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let's bake! Whether you're an experienced home baker or making your first batch of cookies, this recipe from our is a delicious way to get back to basics. And remember, at Back 2 Basics Cooking, we believe in everyday cooking for everyday people - and that includes you. Enjoy the process and the tasty results! Happy baking, everyone.
"Baking and love go hand in hand, for as one bakes a tasty treat and fills the room with its sweet aroma, the true joy is to take what has been made and share it with another." - Heather Wolf