How to Make Perfectly Round Chocolate Chip Cookies

Baking is always a popular pastime, and what’s more satisfying than a batch of delicious chocolate chip cookies? With this simple recipe, you can achieve perfectly round cookies that will impress your friends and family.

These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual get-together, a birthday celebration, or just a cozy night in. Let’s get started!

Number of Diners: 12 cookies
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Beat in the egg and vanilla until well blended.
Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just blended. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Benefits:

By following this recipe, you’ll be able to achieve perfectly round and scrumptious chocolate chip cookies that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

Recommendations and Advice:

For best results, make sure the butter is softened but not melted, and use high-quality chocolate chips for a rich and decadent flavor. Don’t overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender and soft.

Curiosities:

Did you know that chocolate chip cookies were invented by Ruth Wakefield in the 1930s? She ran the Toll House Inn and added chopped chocolate to her cookie dough, creating the first chocolate chip cookies!