Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will transform your kitchen into a heavenly bakery! These legendary chocolate chip cookies, famously associated with Ann Romney, are not just another sweet treat – they're a culinary masterpiece that will have your family and friends begging for more. With a perfect balance of crispy edges, soft centers, and an abundance of rich chocolate chips, these cookies are about to become your new obsession. Get ready to create a batch of pure deliciousness that will make you the star baker in your household!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer. Beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted – room temperature is key for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't skip creaming the butter and sugars – this process creates air and gives the cookies their signature light, fluffy texture.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the most decadent flavor.
- Measure flour correctly by spooning it into the measuring cup and leveling it off – avoid packing the flour, which can make cookies dense.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the dough.
- Watch the baking time carefully – remove cookies when the edges are golden but the centers still look slightly underbaked for that perfect chewy texture.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra indulgence, try using a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips for a more complex flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
