Cakey Chocolate Chip Cookies 1

Soft & Cakey Chocolate Chip Cookies Thick, Puffy, Soft in the Center. Irresistible! Ingredients Dry Ingredients 2 1/4 cups cake flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder Wet Ingredients 1 cup butter-flavored shortening 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 cup brown sugar, packed 2 large eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Directions 1. Prepare the Oven Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. Mix Dry Ingredients In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, salt, and baking powder. Set aside. 3. Cream Shortening & Sugars In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the shortening, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. 4. Add Eggs & Vanilla Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully combined. Add the vanilla extract and mix until smooth. 5. Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix. 6. Stir in Chocolate Chips Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed. 7. Chill the Dough Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes. 8. Scoop the Dough Scoop large (about 2 tablespoons) portions of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the baking sheets. 9. Bake the Cookies Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the tops are set and the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will be puffy. 10. Cool the Cookies Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. Baking Information Oven Temperature 375°F (190°C) Baking Time 12–14 minutes