Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

This recipe stays true to the classic chocolate chip cookie recipe, but with a few modifications to make it more suitable for fast food cuisine. The recipe uses all-purpose flour instead of cake flour, and vegetable shortening instead of butter, to make it easier and quicker to prepare. The cookies are also slightly larger than the original recipe, to make them more satisfying as a standalone snack. We alse have the original recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie, so you can check it out.

• 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (200g) vegetable shortening 1 cup (200g) vegetable shortening
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups (340g) semisweet chocolate chips 2 cups (340g) semisweet chocolate chips

Nutrition

• Calories: 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat: 12g (4g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 28g (20g sugars)
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.4g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2.
   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. 3.
   In a large bowl, beat together vegetable shortening, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
4. 4.
   Add eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and beat until well combined.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the flour mixture to the sugar mixture, beating until just combined.
6. 6.
   Stir in chocolate chips.
7. 7.
   Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
8. 8.
   Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. 9.
   Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chocolate chips — Use high-quality semisweet chocolate chips for the best flavor and texture.
• Vegetable shortening — Make sure the shortening is at room temperature before using, to ensure it mixes well with the other ingredients.

Tips & Tricks

• For a softer, chewier cookie, slightly underbake them and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
• For a crispier cookie, bake them for an extra minute or two.
• For a fun twist, try adding chopped nuts or dried fruit to the dough.

Serving advice

Serve warm with a glass of cold milk for the ultimate fast food indulgence.

Presentation advice

Serve on a simple white plate or in a paper bag for a classic fast food look.