Indulge your sweet cravings with Alice Medrich's chocolate chip cookies, a timeless classic elevated to perfection. These cookies are not just any ordinary treats; they are culinary masterpieces that have garnered accolades from food enthusiasts worldwide. Renowned for their chewy, gooey interiors and crisp, golden edges, these cookies embody the ideal balance of texture and flavor.
In this comprehensive guide, Alice Medrich, a celebrated pastry chef and cookbook author, shares her secrets for creating these irresistible cookies. With three variations—the original chocolate chip cookie, a gluten-free version, and a vegan version—this recipe caters to diverse dietary preferences without compromising on taste. Each variation is meticulously crafted to deliver the same delightful experience, ensuring that everyone can savor these delectable treats. Get ready to embark on a baking journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.
ALICE MEDRICH'S PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES
From Alice Medrich's Cookies and Brownies book, this is a great, easy-to-make recipe that produces a rich flavored peanut butter cookie, with a shortbread-like texture. Use cookie stamps and other kitchen tools to create simple, elegantly designed cookies -- this is a real crowd pleaser!
Provided by aloha808
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 36-60 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine Flour and Baking Soda with wisk; set aside.
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the Butter, both Sugars and Salt until smooth and creamy, not fluffy.
- Add the Egg, Vanilla and Peanut Butter and mix until thoroughly blended.
- Add the Flour Mixture and stir with wooden spoon, just until incorporated.
- Wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours.
- Using a small ice cream scoop (1 to 1-1/2 inches), form dough into balls. Place 2-inches apart, flatten slightly, and use a cookie stamp, or tines of a fork to decorate the top of the cookie.
- Bake for 14 to 16 minutes in preheated 325° oven until firm to the touch and golden brown on the bottom.
- Cool cookies completely before stacking and storing. May be stored in airtight container for at least 2 weeks.
- Makes 3 - 5 dozen cookies, depending on size of scoop.
- NOTE: Prep time does not include 2 hours to chill dough.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.9, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 96.9, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 2.8
ALICE MEDRICH'S REAL CHOCOLATE WAFERS
These cookies are wonderful on their own; make great bases for mini-cheesecakes and are perfect crumbled for crumb crusts or for the cookie crumbs on the sides of a cheesecake.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 40-45 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, beat the butter with an electric mixer until creamy; add the sugars and vanilla and beat on high speed for about one minute.
- Beat in the milk.
- On low speed, beat in the flour mixture, just until incorporated.
- Gather the dough together with your hands and form it into a neat 9 to 10 inch log.
- Wrap it in wax paper, folding or twisting the ends of the paper without pinching or flattening the roll (you may find it easier to improve the shape of your roll after it has chilled a bit).
- Chill for at least 45 minutes or until needed (The dough can be refrigerated for up to three days and frozen for up to three months).
- Place your oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and pre-heat to 350 degrees F.
- Lightly grease two baking sheets or line them with parchment paper.
- Use a sharp knife to slice rounds of the chilled dough a scant 1/4 inch thick. Place them one inch apart on baking sheets.
- Bake ten to twelve minutes, rotating the pans halfway through.
- The cookies will puff and crackle on top, then settle down slightly when done.
- Use a spatula to transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
- Store in an air-tight container for up to two weeks, or freeze up to two months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.7, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 4.6, Sodium 24.5, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 5.9, Protein 0.6
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
This double chocolate chip cookie recipe is an altered version of a recipe from an old cookbook that took 10 years for me to perfect! I have been told to sell these cookies, they are very, very, very, very good!
Provided by ORBAMINK
Categories Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
Time 25m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
- In a medium bowl, cream together the margarine, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Sift in the flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder; mix well. Stir in the chocolate chips. Roll tablespoonfuls of cookie dough into balls and place them 1 inch apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 148.4 mg, Sugar 15.5 g
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients accurately: Use a kitchen scale to weigh the ingredients like flour and sugar to ensure precise measurements.
- Use high-quality chocolate: Opt for semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with at least 60% cacao content for a rich flavor.
- Chill the dough: Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Use a cookie scoop: A cookie scoop helps you portion the dough evenly, resulting in uniform-sized cookies.
- Bake the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet: This will prevent the cookies from sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown: The centers should still be slightly soft. Overbaking will result in dry cookies.
- Let the cookies cool completely: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This will help them set.
Conclusion:
These chocolate chip cookies, perfected by Alice Medrich, are a testament to the power of classic recipes. With their chewy texture, rich chocolate flavor, and perfect balance of sweetness, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Remember to follow the tips and techniques outlined above to achieve the best results. Happy baking!
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