choc chip cookies

[nayberry]

now i can make cookies but mine never have that squishy middle texture like you get from places like Millies cookies (UK store that sells, wait for it, Cookies)

has anyone got a foolproof recipe they wouldn't mind sharing?

thanks

nay

[alkira6]

Really, that squishy middle just comes from taking them out about 2 minutes earlier, leaving them on the cookie sheet for about 2 minutes, and then transfering to a cooling rack so that they stop cooking.  You can also add about 2 tablespoons extra of what ever solid fat that you are using in your regular recipe (shortning, butter, whatever you are using).

[VorFemme]

I mix half shortening and half butter/margarine to control the melting point (butter has a lower melting point than shortening) and bake the first batch of cookies 8 and a half minutes, then cool them.  If they aren't quite right - adjust the time by thirty to sixty seconds one way or the other............depending on how chewy you want them to be.

And I second the baking rack so that they cool faster!

[Zilla]

Entenmanns sell a really good one.  I don't even bother competing.    (american version to your Millie's)


I find that chilling the cookie dough helps with the middle.  Butter I believe makes it spread faster so subbing for half helps also.


Also make sure you are measuring precisely the baking soda/powder.


But the most help is is the chilling of the dough, placing it in the middle of the oven and taking it out a minute or two before.  Letting it cool 2-3 minutes and then transfer to a plate or cookie rack.


Good luck! 

[Hmmmmm]

I mix half shortening and half butter/margarine to control the melting point (butter has a lower melting point than shortening) and bake the first batch of cookies 8 and a half minutes, then cool them.  If they aren't quite right - adjust the time by thirty to sixty seconds one way or the other............depending on how chewy you want them to be.

And I second the baking rack so that they cool faster!

This.  All butter gives a crisp cookie.

[Namárië]

I always get the most perfect chocolate chip cookies when I chill the dough in the fridge for at least 4 hours. 24 hours is ideal. There's some science behind why, but I forget the specifics. They end up cripsy on the outside, soft on the inside, and a gorgeous golden-brown.

[nayberry]

cheers folks  

soon as i get rid of my cold i'll be baking again

[Seraphia]

If you search on FoodNetwork.com for 'cakey chocolate chip cookies', you'll come up with a couple different variations on CCCs with different textures. For the super-cakey ones, they suggest using cake flour, rather than AP flour, so that the texture is finer. I've never had a Millie's cookie, so I'm not positive that's what you're looking for, but I hope that helps your search.

[NotTheNarcissist]

Ever since I got a silpat for cookies they always come out exceptional. Highly recommend getting a Silpat.

 http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0054KV7IU/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1334171770&sr=8-1

[nayberry]

Ever since I got a silpat for cookies they always come out exceptional. Highly recommend getting a Silpat.

 http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0054KV7IU/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1334171770&sr=8-1

ohhhhh i have them

Thanks Seraphia , i'll have a look,  Millies are like this
http://www.milliescookies.com/cookies-milk-choc.aspx

[Zilla]

Oh they look like big version of the entemanns.  And you want dense and chewy cookies.  I rarely bake cookies (they come out great) because it's so easy to pick up a box of entemanns.  And plus I am lazy. lol


Post an update will you when you feel better. (and hope you do quickly!)


I just saw this:


http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/1580654/millies-cookies-recipe

[nayberry]

Zilla - CRUD MONKEYS!!! thank you!   i'm gonna get fatter!!   

[Doll Fiend]

I love CCC. Different kinds. Cakey, Chewy, and Crispy. So I figured I would weigh in on this.

Alton Brown has an episode of good eats that explain the fat, flour, sugar and eggs can change the texture. It is called "Three Chips for Sister Marsha" Last I knew it was available on you tube.