Gideons Bakehouse Cookies
A delightful treat that promises to elevate your dessert game, these cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with rich, chocolatey goodness.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour (sifted) Creates the tender structure of the cookie.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for that perfect rise.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances the sweetness and balances the flavors.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Brings a creamy richness.
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed) Infuses cookies with deep, molasses flavor.
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar Adds hint of sweetness and contributes to crunch.
- 2 large eggs (room temperature) Helps bind ingredients and create chewy texture.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Provides aromatic warmth.
Chocolate Chips
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips The star of the cookie, melts beautifully.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugars until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, beating until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until no flour streaks remain.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers still look soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Tips: Use room temperature ingredients, measure flour properly, and chill the dough for enhanced flavor.