Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to bake delicious cookies from scratch!
Materials and Prep
- Ingredients: flour, sugar, butter, eggs, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, chocolate chips
- Kitchen tools: mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, whisk, spatula, cookie sheet, oven mitts
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line the cookie sheet with parchment paper
Activities
- Activity 1 - Mixing Ingredients: Measure and mix the flour, sugar, butter, eggs, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
- Activity 2 - Adding Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips into the cookie dough.
- Activity 3 - Shaping Cookies: Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the cookie sheet, spacing them apart.
- Activity 4 - Baking: Place the cookie sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Activity 5 - Enjoying: Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before enjoying your freshly baked treats!
Talking Points
- Why do we preheat the oven?
"Preheating the oven ensures that the cookies bake evenly and at the right temperature." - What happens when we mix the ingredients too much?
"Overmixing can make the cookies tough, so it's important to mix until just combined." - Why do we space the cookies apart on the sheet?
"Leaving space between cookies allows them to spread out while baking without sticking together." - What does baking powder do in the recipe?
"Baking powder helps the cookies rise and become light and fluffy." - How can we tell when the cookies are done baking?
"The edges of the cookies will turn golden brown, indicating they are ready to be taken out of the oven."