The Magic of 5-Minute Chocolate Chip Cookies 🌈
Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house? It’s like a warm hug from the oven. These chocolate chip cookies are incredibly simple to make and take no time at all, which makes them perfect for those sudden cravings or unexpected guests. Plus, they’re super fun to bake, and the reward is pure bliss with every bite.
Tips and Tricks for Perfect Cookies Every Time 🧁
1. Choosing the Right Flour: Use plain flour (all-purpose flour) for a perfect balance of chewiness and crispiness. For a healthier twist, you can substitute half the amount with whole wheat flour. 🌾
2. Brown Sugar Magic: The brown sugar in this recipe isn’t just for sweetness. It adds a depth of flavour and a lovely moist texture to your cookies. 🍯
3. Butter – Melted, Not Softened: Melting the butter before mixing it in helps to achieve that chewy texture everyone loves. Make sure it’s not too hot when you add it to the mixture. 🧈
4. The Secret of Vanilla: A splash of good quality vanilla extract enhances the flavour of your cookies, making them taste like they’ve come straight from a gourmet bakery. 🍦
5. Chocolate Chips Galore: Use a generous amount of high-quality chocolate chips. Dark, milk, or even white chocolate chips – the choice is yours! The more, the merrier.
Serving and Pairing Suggestions 🥛🍨
These cookies are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven with a glass of cold milk. For a more indulgent treat, pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. 🍦 You can also crumble them over a bowl of yoghurt and fresh berries for a delightful breakfast or snack. 🥣
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Get Baking and Share the Love! 📸💖
There you have it, my lovelies! Perfectly baked chocolate chip cookies in no time. 😍 I hope you enjoy making and eating these as much as I do. Don’t forget to take a picture of your creations and share them with me on Instagram @steph_cooks_stuff. Happy baking! 💕
Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Description
Hey, my fabulous foodies! 🌟 Get ready to whip up some deliciousness with my super easy 5-minute chocolate chip cookies recipe. Whether you have an air fryer or an oven, these cookies are going to be your new go-to treat. Let’s get baking! 🍪
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups plain flour
- 1 cup brown sugar (the secret behind the smile!)
- 1/2 cup white sugar (for the extra love)
- 1 tsp baking powder (our little riser)
- 2 eggs (richness in a shell!)
- 200g melted butter (where the magic happens)
- A splash of vanilla (because, why not?)
- 250g chocolate chips (the heart of our cookies)
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients into a sweet harmony.🥣
- Roll dough in cling wrap, shaping it into a log.
- Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. ❄️
- Cut into cookie-width slices. You’ve got the power! 👊
- Unwrap your treats and place them on a tray.
- Bake at 160C for 15 minutes or until light brown. 🌞 OR In an air fryer? 160C for 7 minutes will do the trick!
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! If you’re looking to make these cookies egg-free, you can substitute the eggs with a few alternatives. For each egg, you can use:
1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce: This adds moisture and a slight sweetness.
1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons of water: Let this mixture sit for a few minutes to thicken before adding it to your dough. This acts as a binding agent similar to eggs.
1/4 cup of mashed banana: This not only replaces the eggs but also adds a unique flavour to your cookies.
To achieve softer and chewier cookies, try the following tips:
Underbake slightly: Bake your cookies just until the edges are set and the centres look slightly underdone. They’ll continue to cook on the tray once you take them out of the oven.
Add an extra yolk: For richer, chewier cookies, you can add an extra egg yolk to the dough. This increases the fat content and keeps the cookies moist.
Use more brown sugar: Since brown sugar contains molasses, it helps retain moisture, making your cookies chewier. You can use a higher ratio of brown sugar to white sugar in your recipe.
Yes, you can! Freezing cookie dough is a great way to have freshly baked cookies anytime you want. Here’s how:
- Shape and freeze: After mixing your dough, shape it into a log using cling wrap as described in the recipe. Freeze the log until it’s firm, then slice it into cookie-sized discs.
- Store properly: Place the sliced discs in a freezer-safe bag or container, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake from frozen: When you’re ready to bake, you don’t need to thaw the dough. Just bake the frozen cookie discs at the same temperature, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time. This way, you can enjoy fresh cookies whenever the craving hits!