An urban myth is a modern folk tale, its origins unknown, its believability enhanced simply by the frequency with which it is repeated. Our signature chocolate chip cookie is the subject of one such myth. If you haven't heard the story, we won't perpetuate it here. If you have, the recipe below should serve to refute it. Copy it, print it out, pass it along to friends and family. It's a terrific recipe. And it's absolutely free.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup brown sugar3 tablespoons granulated sugar1 egg2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1-3/4 cups flour1-1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder, slightly crushed8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
1. Cream the butter with the sugars until fluffy. 2. Beat in the egg and the vanilla extract. 3. Combine the dry ingredients and beat into the butter mixture. Stir in the chocolate chips. 4. Drop by large spoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes, or 10 to 12 minutes for a crispier cookie. Makes 12 to 15 large cookies. |
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