Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bars (easily available in supermarkets)
- 1 cup oats (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, white sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and oats (if using).
- Drop the cookie dough by spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are 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: (Per serving, assuming 8 cookies)
Calories: Approx. 250 calories per cookie (depending on the ingredients used)
Fat: Approx. 12g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
Protein: Approx. 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a chocolatey flavor and a slight crunch from the oats (if added).
- They are suitable for American taste due to their combination of classic cookie flavors and ingredients easily available in supermarkets.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are delicious! The chocolate chips add a great touch."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make. The cookies are perfect for a snack or dessert."
- "I added extra oats to my cookies and they were still tasty."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh baking soda for best results.
- Adjust the amount of chocolate chips and oats according to personal preference.
- For best results, use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop the dough onto the baking sheet to ensure even-sized cookies.
