Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup date honey
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and date honey with an electric mixer until creamy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat until just combined.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each ball.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
11. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
5. Temperature:
350°F (180°C)
Serving size:
Makes about 24 cookies
Nutritional information:
Per serving (1 cookie):
Calories: 120
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 55mg
Total Carbohydrates: 14g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 9g
Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour.
- Semisweet chocolate chips can be substituted with dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips.
- Date honey can be substituted with regular honey or maple syrup.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the dough.
- Use white chocolate chips instead of semisweet chocolate chips.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dough for a spiced flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before beating it with the date honey.
- Don't overmix the dough once the flour is added, or the cookies will be tough.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Storage instructions:
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the cookies, place them in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the cookies on a platter and dust them with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
Top each cookie with a chocolate drizzle or a sprinkle of sea salt.
Pairings:
Serve the cookies with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the cookies with fresh fruit, such as strawberries or raspberries.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cookies are too flat, try chilling the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.
- If the cookies are too dry, try adding a tablespoon of milk to the dough.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid the risk of salmonella.
Food history:
Date honey, also known as silan, is a sweet syrup made from dates that has been used in Middle Eastern cooking for centuries.
Flavor profiles:
These cookies have a sweet and nutty flavor from the date honey and a rich chocolate flavor from the semisweet chocolate chips.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the cookies as a dessert or a snack.
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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Caramel, Chocolatey, Caramel-Y