Description
Famous Amos Cookies are classic bite-sized chocolate chip cookies known for their rich buttery flavor and perfect balance of sweetness. These homemade cookies are crispy on the edges with a soft, chewy center, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined, ensuring a smooth batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute leavening agents and salt throughout the dough.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough and making cookies tough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the mini semi-sweet chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 tablespoon each, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown while the centers remain slightly soft for the perfect chewy texture.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to finish setting.
Notes
- For softer cookies, reduce baking time slightly; for crispier cookies, bake a bit longer.
- You can substitute mini chocolate chips with regular size chocolate chips if mini ones are unavailable.
- Make sure butter is softened but not melted for best creaming results.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Freezing the dough balls before baking can help maintain shape and improve texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
