Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dried Darwin's Barberries
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips and dried Darwin's Barberries.
7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes per batch
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 24 cookies
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 250
- Total fat: 12g
- Saturated fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 180mg
- Total carbohydrates: 34g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 23g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter, but reduce the added salt by half.
- Dark chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate chips or white chocolate chips.
- Dried Darwin's Barberries can be substituted with dried cranberries or raisins.
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, to the cookie dough.
- Use different types of chocolate chips, such as semi-sweet or bittersweet.
- Add 1 tsp cinnamon to the dry ingredients for a spiced flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before creaming it with the sugars.
- Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added, as this can result in tough cookies.
- For even-sized cookies, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to measure out the dough.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat cookies, place them on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve cookies on a platter or in a decorative cookie jar.
- Dust cookies with powdered sugar or cocoa powder before serving.
Garnishes:
- Top cookies with a drizzle of melted chocolate or caramel sauce.
- Sprinkle cookies with chopped nuts or additional dried fruit.
Pairings:
- Serve cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve cookies as a dessert after a meal or as a snack on their own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cookies spread too much during baking, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- If the cookies are too dry, reduce the baking time by 1-2 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before handling food.
- Store leftover cookies properly to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Darwin's Barberries are a type of dried fruit that come from the barberry plant, which is native to South America.
- Chocolate chip cookies were invented by Ruth Wakefield in the 1930s, when she added chopped chocolate to her cookie dough.
Flavor profiles:
- These cookies have a sweet and slightly tart flavor from the combination of chocolate chips and dried Darwin's Barberries.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve cookies as a dessert after a meal or as a snack on their own.
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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Chocolatey, Buttery, Tangy