The Chocolate chip cookies, this buttery goodness and pockets of melted chocolate is a timeless treat that never fails to bring smiles and warm hearts.
But how it has been created the first time ever ?
The story of chocolate chip cookies takes us back to the 1930s, where the culinary legend Ruth Graves Wakefield owned the Toll House Inn in Whitman, Massachusetts. While preparing her famous Butter Drop Do cookies, Ruth realized she was out of baker’s chocolate. In a bold move, she decided to chop up a bar of semi-sweet chocolate and add it to her dough, expecting it to melt and disperse throughout. To her delightful surprise, the chocolate retained its shape, creating the first-ever chocolate chip cookies.
Ruth’s innovative creation gained immense popularity, leading her to collaborate with Nestlé and introduce Nestlé Toll House Chocolate Chips—the world’s first packaged chocolate chips. Since then, chocolate chip cookies have become a beloved staple in households across the globe, delighting generations with their irresistible combination of buttery dough and melty chocolate.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or a combination of milk and dark)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy!
Congratulations! You’ve successfully created a batch of homemade chocolate chip cookies that are sure to delight your kids and familly and bring joy to those lucky enough to enjoy them. Whether you savor them with a glass of cold milk, share them with loved ones, or simply indulge in a moment of sweet solitude, these classic treats have a way of creating lasting memories.
So, the next time you’re craving a taste of nostalgia and the comforting aroma of freshly baked cookies, remember that you hold the power to create your own homemade chocolate chip cookies, adding your personal touch to a timeless delight. Enjoy every bite and relish in the simple pleasure of homemade goodness. Happy baking!