Chocolate Chip Cookies

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 400°F (200 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the flour, salt and baking powder. Set aside.

3. 3

   In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until smooth. With the mixer at low speed or or using a wooden spoon, stir in the dry ingredients and the chocolate.

4. 4

   Using a 2-tablespoon (30 ml) ice cream scoop, form balls of cookie dough and place them on the baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches (5 cm) between each cookie. Flatten slightly with your fingertips.

5. 5

   Bake for about 8 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.