This week has been an exciting flurry of activity. Flurries of activity should always be immediately followed with a rest break on the couch, with some chocolate chip cookies. It's a rule in the official rules book of life. I promise. Come to think of it, these cookies from Alice of Savory Sweet Life should have their own special section in the rule book.
When you talk about Alice's blog and her new book, Savory Sweet Life: 100 Simply Delicious Recipes for Every Family Occasion, you can't just stop at the approachable, tasty recipes or the gorgeous photography. You have to talk about Alice, the person, the heart and soul behind the blog and the book. I had the opportunity to get to know Alice when we roomed together, along with Maris of In Good Taste, at the BlogHer Food conference in San Francisco a couple of years ago. My food blog was only a year and half old, and there were so many things I didn't know (okay, there are still so many things I don't know about blogging).
My fondest memories of that conference revolve around the hours of chit-chatting that Alice, Maris and I carried on in our room. Not only did I pick up so many tips, but I learned what an intelligent, generous person Alice is. She has a heart that knows no bounds and the passion she feels for her family flows through every inch of her veins.
This book exudes that same passion for food, for family and for life from every page. The book is broken down into sections that are "inspired by everyday life moments that occur throughout the year" and each section is prefaced by a personal story from Alice's life. They are stories that make you want to stop what you're doing and head straight to the kitchen to cook Alice's recipes for your family.
Alice titles these cookies, "The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever". And are they the best? I'll quote my 10-year old son to answer this..."Mum, can you use this recipe every time you make chocolate chip cookies instead of your usual one?" Straight from the mouth of a discerning cookie eater. And you know what? I whole-heartedly agree. These truly are the best chocolate chip cookies I have ever made. They have crispy edges, soft insides and a touch of added flavor from the sea salt. Thank you, Alice!
The chocolate chip cookie recipe:
Preheat the oven to 360 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Why 360 degrees instead of 350? As Alice explains in the book, the temperature drops slightly each time you open the oven door. To keep a consistent heat for baking the cookies, simply start the oven at a slightly higher temperature. Smart lady!
In the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl, using a hand mixer), combine the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
The cookies come out even better if you stick out your tongue while mixing the butter and sugars.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Add the vanilla and mix for an additional 2 minutes.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Turn the mixer to medium-low speed and gradually add the flour mixture. Beat until all of the flour mixture is combined.
Stir in the chocolate chips.
Using 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie (I like to use a cookie scoop for this), drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Divide between the two prepared baking sheets.
Bake the cookies for 15 minutes (check at about 12 minutes), one batch at a time, or until the edges are golden brown.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 2 minutes. Slide the parchment paper, with the cookies on top, onto a wire rack. Cool completely. Serve.
Printable Recipe
Amazing Chocolate Chip Cookies by Savory Sweet Life
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups firmly packed dark brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 ¼ cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 360 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl, using a hand mixer), combine the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Add the vanilla and mix for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- Turn the mixer to medium-low speed and gradually add the flour mixture. Beat until all of the flour mixture is combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Using 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie (I like to use a cookie scoop for this), drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Divide between the two prepared baking sheets.
- Bake the cookies for 15 minutes (check at about 12 minutes), one batch at a time, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 2 minutes. Slide the parchment paper, with the cookies on top, onto a wire rack. Cool completely. Serve.
Notes
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Carol F.
I would love to win a copy of the cookbook. The cookies look wonderful!
Charlie
These cookies look so so good!
Yes please, I would love to win the cookbook.
Have a Joyful Day :~D
Charlie
Kari M
These look great! I'll have to try the recipe the next time I make chocolate chip cookies.
Kim JD
I am always willing to try a new cookie recipe -thanks for posting! I love your blog and love Alice's blogs as well!
SherriPeh
Thanks Dara! Must give these a try! And a belated Happy Canada Day!!
Deborah
When a 10-year old deems them the best cookies, you know they've got to be the best!!
Ellen
The cookies look delicious-I think adding in some walnuts would put them over the top!
SandraM
I am always looking for a better chocolate chip recipe. I can't wait to try these ones!
Jennifer M.
The cookbook looks amazing, I would love to flip through it!
T J Bader
Chocolate Chip cookies are so dangerous!
Barbara | Creative Culinary
I've made Alice's cookies and can attest to their goodness...they still had a bit too much bas relief for my taste but then...every cookie I make in Colorado looks different from any cookie anyone makes!
I've discovered that all of the other configurations I've tried with leavening and moisture and...well, everything, did nothing compared to raising the temp of the oven; here in Colorado that step helps to set baked goods as they rise faster and have a tendency to fall before they are baked enough to have some structure..maybe without knowing I've also been helping to modulate the heat...great idea!
Agnes Chan
cant wait to make some! yum!
Kristin
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Kristin
I'm dying to flip through the pages of this book!
Cassie Sue
That cookbook looks amazing and those cookies look like they are going to get made for the 4th of July. 🙂
Karen
Copied the recipe. Thanks for the great giveaway.
Karen
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Tami Finley
How tempting! Can't wait to try these out along with other recipes from Savory Sweet Life! Thank you for sharing!!