Delicious American Chocolate Chip Cookies: Crispy on the Outside, Soft on the Inside – Perfect for Any Occasion!
If you’re craving the perfect combination of crispy and soft in a cookie, these American-style chocolate chip cookies will hit the spot. With a golden, slightly crunchy exterior and a gooey, chocolate-filled center, they’re perfect for any occasion – whether you’re hosting a party or simply indulging yourself.
Ingredients:
- 200g semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 1 1/2 cups). For a more intense flavor, use 70% dark chocolate.
- 100g cold butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- A pinch of salt
- 1 egg
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Egg Preparation: In a separate small bowl, crack the egg and set it aside for later.
- Mix the Butter: Place the cold butter in a stand mixer bowl and beat on low speed with the paddle attachment for about 20 seconds, just until slightly softened (don’t let it reach the creamy texture). This step helps the butter mix well without over-softening it.
- Add the Sugars: Add both the brown sugar and the white sugar to the butter and continue mixing for another 30 seconds until the mixture forms a slightly wet, crumbly texture.
- Incorporate the Chocolate: Add the chocolate chips and mix for a few seconds, just enough to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
- Combine the Flour Mixture: Gradually add the flour mixture into the butter and sugar combination, mixing until you get a drier, crumbly dough.
- Add the Egg: Now, add the egg and mix for about 1 minute. This will result in a moist dough with no visible dry flour. Important: Don’t overmix at this stage to avoid activating the gluten, which would make the cookies dense.
- Shape the Cookies: Using your hands, scoop out about 1/4 cup of dough for each cookie. Roll them into balls and gently flatten them to form 7 cm (about 3 inches) diameter discs.
- Rest the Dough: Place the shaped dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 2 cm (1 inch) space between each cookie. Put the sheet in the freezer to rest for at least 1.5 hours. This step is key to getting that crispy exterior and soft center.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes.
- Bake the Cookies: After chilling the dough, bake the cookies for about 15 minutes. Watch for the right timing: the cookies should puff up and the edges should turn lightly golden, but the center will still be soft. The cookies will firm up and become crisp as they cool.
- Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. This helps the cookies set to the perfect consistency. Serve and enjoy!
Can I Freeze the Dough?
Yes, you can freeze the cookie dough! After the dough has rested, place the cookie balls in a container or a sealed freezer bag. Store in the freezer for up to 30 days. When you’re ready to bake, just take them out and bake directly from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.
Extra Tips for Perfect Cookies:
- Use Cold Butter: Cold butter helps create the right texture for the cookie, making it slightly crispy on the outside while maintaining softness inside.
- Customize the Chocolate: If you love intense chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
- Don’t Overmix the Dough: Overmixing can result in tough cookies, so mix just until combined.
- Storage: Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer preservation.
Conclusion
These American-style chocolate chip cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. With their irresistible balance of crispy edges and soft centers, they’re sure to be a hit. Whether you’re baking for yourself or sharing with loved ones, these cookies are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth. Let us know how they turn out and don’t forget to share this recipe with friends!
