Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup softened butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips or M&M's (optional, for decoration)
Preparation Time:
- Total preparation and cooking time: 1 hour
- Preparation time alone: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix well after each addition.
- Stir in the flour and baking soda, mixing until just combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
- Mix in chocolate chips or M&M's, if desired.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto a baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these are estimated values and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approx. 450 calories per cookie (based on using 1/4 cup chocolate chips)
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a rich buttery flavor.
- The addition of chocolate chips or M&M's adds a sweet and fun element to the cookie.
- Perfect for any gathering or celebration.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The flavor is spot on and they are so easy to make." - John Doe, New York, USA
- "The texture is perfect - crispy on the outside and soft in the middle. Definitely a hit with my family." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles, USA
- "I added almond extract instead of vanilla and it gave the cookies a unique flavor. Highly recommended!" - Michael Johnson, Chicago, USA
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use softened butter, not melted, for the best results in texture and flavor.
- For best results, use room temperature eggs when mixing with the butter and sugar.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies; they will continue to cook and set as they cool. Overbaked cookies will be dry and crunchy.
