Get ready to transform your kitchen into a heavenly bakery with the most mouthwatering chocolate chip cookies you'll ever taste! Mrs. Kalkhoff's secret recipe is about to become your new obsession - a classic American treat that promises to make your taste buds dance and your family beg for more. These aren't just ordinary cookies; they're a nostalgic journey of buttery, chocolatey perfection that will have everyone asking, "Who taught you to bake like this?"
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the cookies bake evenly and achieve the perfect texture.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the teaspoon of vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This helps to evenly distribute the dry ingredients and ensures that the baking soda activates properly.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Fold in the 2 cups of chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set but still soft. Remember that the cookies will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your freshly baked Mrs. Kalkhoff's Chocolate Chip cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- • Ensure your butter is truly softened (but not melted) for the perfect cookie texture • Use room temperature eggs to help them blend more smoothly into the batter • Don't overmix the dough - this can make cookies tough instead of tender • Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking • Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after baking to help them set • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days • For extra indulgence, try using a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, chewier cookies
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
