How to bake

chocolate chip
cookies
There’s nothing quite like the sweet aroma of freshly baked
cookies wafting through your home. Whether you’re a
seasoned baker or a beginner in the kitchen, baking cookies
can be a fun and rewarding activity. In this informative
essay, we’ll guide you through 6 simple steps to baking
delicious cookies that will have your friends and family
begging for more!

01 GATHER YOUR INGREDIENTS

The first step in any baking endeavor is to gather all your

ingredients. For baking cookies, you’ll need:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups of chocolate chips (or any other mix-ins of your
choice)
Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature for
the best results!

02 PREHEAT YOUR OVEN

Preheat your oven to 375°F
(190°C). It’s important to preheat
the oven so that your cookies bake
03 MIX THE DOUGH
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking
evenly.

soda. In a separate large bowl, cream together the

softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until
smooth and creamy. Add in the vanilla extract and eggs,
one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually
add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing
until just combined. Finally, fold in the chocolate chips
(or other mix-ins).

04 SHAPE THE COOKIES

Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and
roll them into balls. Place the dough balls
onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them
about 2 inches apart. For chewy cookies,
you can lightly flatten each dough ball with

05 BAKE YOUR COOKIES

Put the baking sheet into the preheated
the palm of your hand.

oven and bake for 9-11 minutes, or until

the edges are golden brown. The centers
may still appear slightly undercooked, but
they will firm up as the cookies cool

06 COOL AND ENJOY!

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let
the cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes.
Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool
completely. Once cooled, indulge in a taste of
your freshly baked cookies!

Now that you’ve mastered the art of baking

cookies, you can experiment with different
flavors, shapes, and toppings. Baking is all
about creativity, so don’t be afraid to put
your own spin on classic cookie recipes. Happy
baking!