Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 100g gluten-free flour (such as rice or corn flour)
• 50g cocoa powder (good quality, like Valrhona)
• 1/2 cup (110g) sugar
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup chocolate chips (or more, depending on preference)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
7. Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto a baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
9. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Each cookie contains approximately 200 calories, depending on the size of the cookie and the ingredients used.
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• These gluten-free chocolate chip cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a rich chocolate flavor.
• The use of high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips enhances the chocolate flavor.

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are delicious! My family loves them."
2. "I'm gluten-free and these cookies are perfect for me. They taste just like regular chocolate chip cookies."
3. "These cookies are so easy to make and they come out perfect every time."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a good quality cocoa powder to ensure rich chocolate flavor.
• Be sure to use gluten-free flour for best results if following a gluten-free diet.
• Cookie size and baking time may vary depending on the specific recipe and oven. Check frequently during baking to ensure they don't overcook.