The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie Has The Power To Bring People Together

This month, Hershey’s Chipits revealed the surprising power of baking with a series of short films featuring real Canadians sharing their personal stories about how baking has positively impacted their lives. While baking may not seem like more than a simple act of popping a tray in the oven, Hershey’s Chipits shows us that you may be able to find some surprising benefits, including the ability to reconnect, empower and learn. What better way to spend time with loved ones this holiday season than through baking! —Vita Daily

Chipits Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (550 mL)
1 tsp baking soda (5 mL)
1/2 tsp salt (2 mL)
1 cup butter (250 mL)
3/4 cup granulated sugar (175 mL)
3/4 cup light brown sugar (175 mL)
1 tsp vanilla extract (5 mL)
2 eggs
2 cups Hershey’s Chipits Dark Chocolate Chips or Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (500 mL)
1 cup nuts (250 mL)

Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Stir together flour, baking soda and salt. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until creamy. Add eggs; beat well. Gradually add flour mixture, beating well. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts, if desired. Drop by rounded teaspoons onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely. Pan Recipe: Spread batter in greased 15-1/2×10-1/2×1-inch (39x27x2.5-cm) jelly-roll pan. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely; cut into bars.

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