Granny’s Chocolate Chip Cookies: Tips for Perfect Cookies Every Time
Use Room Temperature Butter:
For the best texture, ensure your butter is at room temperature. Softened butter creates a smoother dough and results in cookies that are perfectly chewy on the inside and slightly crisp on the edges.
Don’t Overmix the Dough:
When mixing the cookie dough, stop as soon as the ingredients are combined. Overmixing develops the gluten, which can make the cookies tough. A few gentle folds will do!
Chill the Dough:
Chill your cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This helps the cookies maintain their shape during baking and enhances their flavor. Chilled dough also prevents spreading too much.
Use Good Quality Chocolate Chips:
The quality of your chocolate chips matters. Choose high-quality, semisweet or bittersweet chocolate for rich flavor. You can also use chopped chocolate for a more uneven, rustic bite.
Measure Flour Correctly:
Too much flour can lead to dry, crumbly cookies. To measure flour, spoon it into your measuring cup and level it off with a knife. Alternatively, use a kitchen scale for the most accurate results.
Don’t Skip the Baking Soda:
Baking soda helps the cookies spread and rise evenly. It also contributes to the perfect texture. Make sure your baking soda is fresh for optimal results, and sift it into the dry ingredients.
Line Your Baking Sheet:
For easy cleanup and evenly baked cookies, line your baking sheets with parchment paper. This prevents the cookies from sticking and helps them bake evenly, especially on the bottom.
Watch the Baking Time:
Overbaking is a common mistake. Remove the cookies when they’re just golden around the edges and still soft in the center. They will continue to firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.