Rich Chocolate Chip Cookies
Homemade Rich Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe: Crispy Outside, Chewy Inside
In today’s world where even a few snacks can add up quickly, baking your own cookies is a delightful way to enjoy a treat with your coffee. These cookies are rich, satisfying, and perfect for any occasion. Here’s a detailed recipe for making wonderfully chewy and deeply chocolatey cookies right in your own kitchen.
Cookie Ingredients- 100g unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
- 50g dark brown sugar (for depth of flavor and chewiness)
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 160g cake flour (for a tender crumb)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened, for rich chocolate flavor)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (for a slight lift)
- Pinch of salt (enhances sweetness and flavor)
- 100g chocolate chips (or chunks, adjust to your preference!)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by placing the softened unsalted butter (100g) into a mixing bowl. Add the dark brown sugar (50g) to the butter. Brown sugar contributes a deeper, caramel-like flavor and helps create a chewier cookie.
Step 2
Using an electric mixer or a whisk, cream the butter and sugar together until well combined. It’s not necessary for the sugar to fully dissolve; a good blend is sufficient.
Step 3
Add the room-temperature egg (1 large) to the bowl. Ensure your egg is not cold, as this can cause the butter mixture to separate. If the egg is cold, briefly warm it in a bowl of warm water.
Step 4
Quickly mix the egg into the butter and sugar mixture until just incorporated. Continue mixing until the mixture is smooth and creamy, like a cohesive batter.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to sift the dry ingredients. Place two sieves stacked on top of each other over the bowl. This technique mimics sifting the flour twice, resulting in a lighter, airier cookie dough.
Step 6
Add the cake flour (160g), unsweetened cocoa powder (2 tablespoons), and baking powder (1 teaspoon) into the stacked sieves. Gently tap the sieves to allow the dry ingredients to fall evenly into the bowl, ensuring no clumps remain.
Step 7
Add a pinch of salt to the dry ingredients. Salt is crucial for balancing the sweetness and amplifying the chocolate flavor profile.
Step 8
Using a spatula, gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; stop as soon as you no longer see streaks of flour. Overmixing can lead to tough cookies.
Step 9
It’s time for the star ingredient: the chocolate chips! Add the chocolate chips (100g) generously to the dough. Feel free to adjust the amount to your liking or use a mix of different chip sizes.
Step 10
Gently fold the chocolate chips into the dough with your spatula until they are evenly distributed. Avoid vigorous mixing, which can break the chips.
Step 11
Using an ice cream scoop or two spoons, portion out the cookie dough. Aim for uniform sizes to ensure even baking. An ice cream scoop is perfect for consistent cookie shapes.
Step 12
Place the dough portions onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each cookie as they will spread slightly. For a classic look, you can gently press down the tops with a fork or create a crosshatch pattern.
Step 13
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 to 15 minutes. The cookies are ready when the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
Step 14
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Allowing them to cool fully develops that perfect crispy exterior and chewy interior.
Step 15
Here are your freshly baked, rich chocolate chip cookies! The deep, intense chocolate flavor combined with the delightful burst of melted chocolate chips makes these cookies truly irresistible. Enjoy them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee!
