Canadian Eh! Chocolate Chip Cookies

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 13
Canadian Eh! Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors
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Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups butter , softened
1 1/4 cups white sugar
1 1/4 cups brown sugar , firmly packed
2 eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 cups chocolate chips
sea salt ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24 cookies
Calories
230
Sugar
20g
Fat
12g
Chocolate chip cookies are a go-to classic dessert in many households, but this Canadian twist adds a unique touch to a familiar recipe. The addition of sea salt perfectly balances out the sweetness of the cookies, creating a dessert that will leave your taste buds wanting more. This recipe yields a satisfyingly large batch that is perfect for sharing with friends and family on a lazy day indoors. Don't forget a tall glass of cold milk to accompany these sweet and salty treats!

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda, then set it aside.
3.In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4.Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5.Gradually mix in the bowl of dry ingredients, then stir in the chocolate chips.
6.Drop spoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.
7.For an optional salty finish, sprinkle some sea salt over the cookies.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.
9.Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with a generous amount of chocolate chips.

The addition of sea salt accentuates the sweetness of the cookies and adds a unique dimension of flavor.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The dough requires some patience to prepare, and chilling time is needed before baking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While cookies aren’t typically considered a health food, there are some benefits to be enjoyed from the ingredients used in this recipe. Dark chocolate chips contain antioxidants and flavonoids, which have been linked to lower blood pressure and improved heart health when consumed in moderation. In smaller quantities, sea salt can help your body maintain a healthy electrolyte balance and support good digestion.

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