Chocolate Chip Cookies - A Great Hostess Gift

What to bring a hostess?

A hostess gift should be something that can be used or eaten.  Bring a beautiful bathroom or kitchen soap or bring one of my favorites, chocolate chip cookie dough.  I made this classic recipe and rolled it in a parchment, then rolled it in a tissue paper, tied it with twine and labeled it. Keep the dough in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

She can simply slice, bake and enjoy warm homemade chocolate chip cookies whenever she wants!

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
  
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  
• 1 cup butter, softened
  
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  
• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips  
• 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)  

Preparation:

1. Stir together flour, baking soda and salt. 
2. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until creamy. 
3. Add eggs; beat well. Gradually add flour mixture, beating well. 
4. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts, if desired. 
5. Drop by rounded teaspoons onto ungreased cookie sheet.
6. Bake at  375°F for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. 
7. Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely. About 5 dozen cookies.