Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

Prep: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Creaming: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until smooth and fluffy.

Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

Combine: Gradually stir the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until a smooth dough forms.

Add-ins: Fold in the chocolate chips or nuts, if using.

Shape: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them on the sheet, leaving space between each.

Flatten: Lightly press down on each ball with a fork.

Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden brown.

Cool: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Variations

Nutty: Add macadamia nuts or pecans for extra crunch.

White Chocolate: Swap the dark chocolate chips for white chocolate.

Oatmeal: Stir in 50g of rolled oats for a chewier, heartier texture.

Spiced: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm, spiced flavor.

Pro Tip: For a "bakery-style" finish, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top right after they come out of the oven!