Deluxe Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Elevating the Classic: Deluxe Chocolate Chip Cookies
Greetings, baking enthusiasts and cookie lovers alike! Today, I am thrilled to share with you a recipe that takes a beloved classic and gives it a luxurious twist. Forget about those plain, everyday chocolate chip cookies, we're about to dive into the world of Deluxe Chocolate Chip Cookies. A delightful blend of diverse chocolates, toasted hazelnuts, and a touch of skill, these cookies are an indulgent treat that's sure to impress. Whether you're an experienced baker looking for a new recipe or a beginner ready to take on a challenge, you're in the right place.
The Ingredients
Our cookie adventure begins by gathering our ingredients.
Here's what you'll need:
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
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips (dark, milk, or a mix)
1/2 cup chopped premium milk chocolate (similar to Marabou)
1/2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts (optional)
When selecting your ingredients, keep in mind the impact quality can have on your final product. High-quality flour, pure vanilla extract, and premium chocolates can take your cookies from delicious to unforgettable.
Baking Time: It's All in the Prep
Preparation Time: Approximately 15 minutes
Baking Time: 10-12 minutes
Servings: Makes about 20 cookies
Before we dive into the mixing and combining, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This will ensure that your cookies don't stick to the pan and are easy to remove after baking.
The Mixing Stage: Combining the Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together your flour, baking soda, and salt. This dry mix forms the foundation of our cookies, providing structure and helping to balance the sweetness of our sugars and chocolate.
In a separate bowl, combine your softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Creaming these ingredients together until they become light and fluffy incorporates air into our mixture, resulting in softer, lighter cookies. This can be achieved using either an electric mixer or a good ol' wooden spoon and a bit of elbow grease.
Next up, we add our egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugars. The egg acts as a binding agent keeping our cookies together, while the vanilla extract adds a depth of flavor, complementing the chocolates beautifully.
The Assembly: Bringing It All Together
Gradually incorporate your dry ingredients into your wet mix. It's crucial not to overmix here; we want to retain the light, fluffy texture we achieved during the creaming process.
Once your ingredients are just combined, it's time for the stars of the show: the chocolate chips, premium milk chocolate, and optional toasted hazelnuts. The blend of chocolates and optional hazelnuts provide these cookies with a unique, irresistible flavor profile and delightful texture contrast.
Baking: The Moment of Truth
With our cookie dough prepared, we're ready to bake. Drop rounded tablespoon portions of your dough onto your prepared baking sheet, remembering to leave space between each for spreading.
Place your cookies into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown. Don't worry if the centers appear slightly soft; they'll firm up as they cool.
Cooling and Storage: Making the Most of Your Cookies
Once baked, let your cookies cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This resting time allows the cookies to firm up, making them easier to move without breaking.
After fully cooling, treat yourself to these deluxe chocolate chip cookies alongside your preferred beverage, be it a glass of cold milk or a steaming cup of coffee. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer freshness, freeze them and thaw them as needed.
Conclusion: Experience the Decadence
I hope you're ready to experience the rich, decadent flavors of these deluxe chocolate chip cookies. Perfect for sharing with friends, indulging on a cozy evening in, or even gifting to a loved one, these cookies are sure to become a firm favorite. So, why wait? Get your apron on, preheat that oven, and let's bake some deluxe chocolate chip cookies! Enjoy!
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Deluxe Chocolate Chip Cookies
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
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (dark, milk, or a mix)
- 1/2 cup chopped premium milk chocolate (similar to Marabou)
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt using a whisk. Set this aside for later.
- In a different larger bowl, blend together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This can be done using an electric mixer or by hand.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, beating until it is well combined.
- Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ones, mixing until just combined. Ensure not to overmix to retain the texture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, chopped premium milk chocolate, and chopped toasted hazelnuts (if using). The blend of diverse chocolates and hazelnuts gives a unique touch to these classic cookies.
- Using a tablespoon, drop rounded portions of the cookie dough onto your prepared baking sheet. Ensure to leave some space between each drop to allow for spreading.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown. The centers may appear slightly soft but will firm up as they cool.
- After baking, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, treat yourself to these deluxe chocolate chip cookies with your preferred beverage - a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.
- Note: These cookies can be kept fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To extend their freshness, you can also freeze the cookies and thaw them as needed.
- Get ready to experience the rich, decadent flavors of these deluxe chocolate chip cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories
193.34Fat
10.78 gSat. Fat
5.61 gCarbs
24.13 gFiber
0.7 gNet carbs
23.43 gSugar
17.9 gProtein
1.61 gSodium
62.61 mgCholesterol
20.38 mg
