Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and give two cookie sheets a light greasing to ensure your cookies slide off easily later.

2. Step 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine butter-flavored shortening, brown sugar, and white sugar.

3. Step 3

   Cream these ingredients together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a delightful base for your cookies.

4. Step 4

   Next, add the eggs one at a time, making sure to beat well after each addition.

5. Step 5

   This step is crucial for achieving that perfect texture, so don’t rush it! Stir in the rich aroma of Mexican vanilla extract, which will elevate the flavor of your cookies.

6. Step 6

   In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.

7. Step 7

   Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into your creamed mixture, blending until everything is well combined.

8. Step 8

   Now comes the fun part—fold in the milk chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough for that irresistible chocolatey goodness.

9. Step 9

   Using a spoon, drop rounded dollops of dough onto your prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one to allow for spreading.

10. Step 10

    Pop the sheets into your preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges turn a lovely golden brown.

11. Step 11

    The aroma wafting through your kitchen will be simply heavenly! Once baked, let the cookies cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes.

12. Step 12

    This little pause allows them to set just right.

13. Step 13

    Finally, transfer your delicious creations to a wire rack to cool completely, and get ready to enjoy the fruits of your labor! These cookies are perfect for sharing, or you might just want to keep them all to yourself.

14. Step 14

    Happy baking!.