Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

I have tried a lot of different Chocolate chip cookie recipes looking for just the right one. One that will stay soft and chewy even after a couple of days. I never really found the perfect one for us so I decided to tinker with a Hershey recipe until I got it right and I think I finally have. 

These are the best ones I have made so far, at least, that's what my family says. So I decided to put it to the test. I took some to work and they loved them. One of my managers couldn't get enough and another said they where so good I should open a bakery lol [heres to dreaming] 
So I bring to you what I think is my best Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe.

What you need:

1 cup unsalted butter [softened]
1 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
[ 1 cup chopped nuts - optional]

Peanut Butter Truffles

These are one of my daughters favourite things. I was so busy at Christmas, I never had a chance to make them and she has been bugging me for weeks, so I finally gave in. I wanted to make heart shaped ones for valentines day but she wanted the standard round balls so here is the recipe for Peanut Butter Truffles. By the way, they are half gone and its only been 2 days lol

What you will need:
1/4 cup butter [softened]
2 cups smooth peanut butter
3 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups chocolate chips [I used milk but you can use semi-sweet or white if you prefer]
1 tsp maple flavoured extract [optional]
vegetable oil [optional]
cookie sheet, wax paper

Nanaimo Bars

These are one of my favourite all time treats and last night was the first time I have made them and I must say they turned out perfect! More than half of them are gone already lol If you have a love of sweets you definitely will want to try these. And if you are not from Canada you are probably asking what are Nanaimo bars? They are a popular no-bake confection here in Canada named after the town they originated from Nanaimo, Britsh Columbia. There are three layers, a graham cracker crumb, coconut fudgy base, a creamy custard flavoured middle and a smooth chocolate coating. This is a little time consuming due to the chill times but they are definitely worth it! Hope you enjoy them as much as I do.



What you will need: Bottom Layer

1/2 cup unsalted butter [softened]
1/4 cup granulated sugar
5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup unsweetened coconut [shredded]
1/2 cup pecans or almonds [opional]

Middle Layer
1/3 cup unsweetened butter [softened]
2 - 3 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons custard powder [Birds] or vanilla pudding powder will work
1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners sugar

Top Layer
6 ounces semisweet chocolate [you can use 4 ounces but we like a thicker chocolate layer]
2 tablespoons butter [softened]

Chocolate Filled Cupcakes

What you will need: For cupcake

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter [softened]
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup milk

Simple Sugar Cookies

What you will need:

1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
3 cups granulated sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

What you will need:

3/4 cup butter, softened

1/2 cup peanut butter

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup packed brown sugar

2 large eggs

2 tsp. vanilla extract

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp. salt

1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips

Welcome

   Welcome to my blog! I am so excited to start this new adventure. I am a lover of everything sweet and I have a passion for baking. I am a self-taught baker and amateur photographer but that being said I hope you will still enjoy the pictures and the recipies I will be sharing. Please feel free to comment and let me know what you think. To learn more about me visit my About page. There are other ways to keep in touch with me and follow along in my baking journey. Take a look at my Contact page for my Facebook, Twitter and Instagram links. 

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