How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies

by | Apr 17, 2022 | Food & Kitchen

Are you craving something sweet and chewy for the weekend? Well, here is the best chocolate chip cookie recipe to try.

These cookies are sweet, chewy, delicious, and so chocolatey to munch on and crunch on. Here’s how to make it:

Equipment for Making Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Ingredients

½ cup of unsalted butter
½ cup of granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon of salt
¾ cup of brown sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 cup of chocolate chips or dark chocolate
½ tablespoon of baking soda
1 ¼ cup of flour

Procedures for Preparing Chocolate Chip Cookies

STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

STEP 2: Line baking sheets with parchment (or baking paper).

STEP 3: In a bowl, add the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, and salt)

STEP 4: In a different bowl, add butter and sugar.

STEP 5: Beat this using an electric mixer till soft, light, creamy and fluffy. Beat for 5-7 minutes.

STEP 6: You can also use your hand for this. Use a paddling stick to get the creamy and light texture.

STEP 7: Add in eggs one at a time as you continue mixing on low speed.

STEP 8: Add in vanilla extract and give this a mix. Now, do away with your mixer if you’re using one.

STEP 9: Now, add in the flour mixture and use a spatula or paddling stick to mix until blended.

STEP 10: Add in the chocolate chips or dark chocolates and fold them in by mixing.

STEP 11: Using an ice-cream scoop or a 2/3 measuring cup, scoop out the mixture onto parchment paper.

STEP 12: Place them 2-3 inches apart as you continue.

STEP 13: Using your hands, slightly give it a round shape. Place the baking pan with the cookie dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour to allow cool a little.

STEP 14: Bake until golden brown for 8-12 minutes.

STEP 15: Remove from the sheets and allow to cool for 20 minutes.

STEP 16: After cooling, you can serve and enjoy. Tada! You just made the best chocolate chip cookies recipe out there!

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How to Serve Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies can be enjoyed over tea or milk for breakfast or simply enjoyed among friends and family. It can also be eaten for lunch or as a late-night snack with loved ones and couple goals.

Occasions to Serve Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies are go-to for a lazy afternoon, lunch with friends and family. It can also be enjoyed for Christmas with loved ones and among married couples or couples in general. Enjoy a cozy day with them.

How to Store Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip recipes should be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge.

Nutritional Value of Chocolate Chip Cookies

The nutritional benefits of these cookies recipe can be seen in high calories and carbohydrates as it provides you with energy because of the sugar.

Conclusion

Who can say No to these when they are the best chocolate chip cookies recipe out there? They are sweet, chewy and just a chip would not be enough. Bake some more and when you do, let us know in the comment section below.

FAQs

Can I melt my butter?

Yes, you can. Melting the butter gives it a chewy and smooth texture. Here’s how you can make this recipe if you choose to melt your butter. Start by mixing your wet ingredients (eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract) and pouring them into your dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, sugar, and salt). Give this a whisk and then add in chocolate chips. Adding melted butter to these best chocolate chips recipes gives it a chewy texture.

Can I use dark chocolates instead of chocolate chips?

Yes, you can. Be sure to break the chocolates to your desired size and shape. You can also add in chocolate chips for added sweetness and chocolate taste. I mean, the more it is, the sweeter it will be.

I don’t have an electric mixer. Can I still make this chocolate chip cookies recipe?

You’re in luck! You can enjoy this best chocolate chips cookie recipe without an electric mixer; you just have to put your hand to the whisk to whip up this recipe.

Can I use only granulated sugar?

Yes, you can. But brown sugar gives it that chewy texture.

Should I chill my dough before baking?

Yes, this results in thicker dough, chewy, and softer insides.

How to Make a Homemade Chocolate Lip Balm

How to Make a Homemade Chocolate Lip Balm

by | Jan 14, 2022 | Beauty & Fashion

Want to say goodbye to dry and chapped lips and say hello to soft and luscious lips? Want to do something fun and easy? You’re in the right place cause I’m about to put you through how to make chocolate lip balm.

Follow these steps to make a moisturizing chocolate lip balm and be sure to gift it to friends and loved ones.

First of all,

What Is a Lip Balm?

A lip balm is a substance that is added to the lips to moisturize and relieve chapness and dryness. A lip balm is generally made from a base mostly coconut oil or beeswax, vitamin E capsules for Adee moisturizing effect, a flavour, and a colour. Just like that, you have a go-to for soft and luscious lips!

All you will need to make a lip balm are:

  • Small containers or tubes
  • Glass bowl to mix
  • A stirrer or a spoon
  • Essential oils (coconut, almond, etc.)

Now let’s get started on how to make chocolate lip balm!

How to Make Chocolate Lip Balm

What’s a recipe for homemade lip balm without that chocolatey taste huh?

Ingredients for Making Chocolate Lip Balm

  • 2tsp beeswax (crushed)
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder
  • 2tbsp coconut oil

Procedures for Making Chocolate Lip Balm

STEP 1: On medium heat, bring a pot of water to a boil.

STEP 2: Insert a glass bowl into this pot. Make sure it doesn’t tilt and fall. You can hold the glass bowl with a tong. It’d only be for a minute.

STEP 3: Add in crushed beeswax and allow to melt completely for at least 20-30 seconds.

STEP 4: Use little water to make a paste out of the cocoa powder. Give this a mix and pour this into the bowl.

STEP 5: Add in coconut oil and give this a mix till the paste is well dissolved.

STEP 6: Keep stirring for more seconds to enable the water to evapourate. Then;

STEP 7: Turn off heat and allow to cool.

STEP 8: Transfer to a container or a tube and set aside. Use this to moisturize your lips and enjoy the chocolatey fragrance.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chocolate Lip Balm (FAQs)

Q: What can I use instead of coconut oil?

A: Shea butter is a good recipe for homemade lips balm. You can also substitute shea butter for coconut oil if you have it in-store.

Q: I don’t have beeswax, what do I use?

A: Relax! You can go ahead and make your homemade lip balm without having to use beeswax. Beeswax is like a solidifier so you can go ahead to use coconut oil, shea butter, or castor oil as the base.

Q: Can I use a container instead of a tube?

A: As I said above, you can use a container or you use a tube lying around in the house. This is used as storage and anything you have available can be used. Make sure it has a cover so as to prevent contamination such as dust and dirt.

Q: How long will my homemade lip balm last?

A: Your homemade lip balm should last up to 2-3 months depending on the quantity you make and on your daily usage.

Q: Does lip balm lighten my lips?

A: Homemade lip balm does not lighten lips but helps in moisturizing. If you want lighter lips, you could use lemon or lemon oil. Lemon has been proven to be effective in lightening the lips and of course, the skin.

Q: How long does it take to solidify?

A: This should take at least 15 minutes to harden in the container or of course, tube.

How to Store Chocolate Lip Balm

Store in a cool dry place as this helps in solidifying it. You can also refrigerate it for an hour or two to speed the solidification process but after that, do not refrigerate as this could lose its form and potentials.

Conclusion

Wasn’t that fun, easy and exciting? So, what do you think about how to make chocolate lip balm? Tell me if it works for you. Check out how to make your amazing lavender lip balm.

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