Katie’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 24 cookies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Katie’s Chocolate Chip Cookies, a timeless treat that’s quick to make and perfect for sharing with loved ones. Bursting with gooey chocolate chips and infused with the warmth of vanilla, these cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, whether served as an after-school snack, a sweet ending to a family meal, or a treat to enjoy with a cozy cup of milk or coffee.
Recipe Category: Drop Cookies
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 6 ounces chocolate chips
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 147.1
- Fat Content: 7.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.6mg
- Sodium Content: 50mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 19.1g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 12.5g
- Protein Content: 1.4g
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shortening, butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough, ensuring every bite is packed with chocolatey goodness.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using a teaspoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are set.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, serve and enjoy these delectable Katie’s Chocolate Chip Cookies with a glass of cold milk or your favorite hot beverage.
Tips:
- For an extra indulgent twist, try adding chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the cookie dough for added crunch and flavor.
- Don’t overmix the dough once you’ve added the flour to avoid tough cookies. Mix until just combined for tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookies.
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Just be sure to thaw them before enjoying! 🍪
