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How many times have you bitten into a chocolate chip cookie and wished you knew the secret to baking one? From gooey morsels of chocolate to just slightly brown edges, there’s something irresistible about the cookies at Emerson’s Bakery. Each one is handmade from scratch on site, ensuring that every bite you take is prepared with nothing but the freshest ingredients. It’s no wonder this is one of northern Kentucky’s favorite local bakeries! Here, the skilled bakers share a few tips for how to craft your own chocolate chip cookie masterpieces.

3 Ways to Make a Great Chocolate Chip Cookie

cookie1. Soften the Butter

The standard chocolate chip cookie recipe calls for softened butter. Remember, though, to only soften—don’t melt it completely, or you may end up with greasy cookies. The key is to remove the butter when it’s very soft, but not entirely liquid. You’ll enjoy a chewier, more satisfying texture.

2. Chill the Dough

It’s equally essential to chill the dough before you scoop it out onto a cookie sheet and bake it. While it’s cooling, the ingredients will bind to create a cohesive mixture. When properly chilled, the dough will spread just enough to yield a perfectly shaped cookie.

3. Watch the Time

It’s easy to be tempted by the allure of a freshly baked cookie with slightly browned edges. For some people, the browner or more burned the edge, the better the flavor. Even if that is your preference, though, most baking professionals suggest removing the cookies from the oven a minute or two before they’re completely baked. That’s because they continue to cook even after they’ve been removed.

When it comes to delicious cookies, no one does it quite like Emerson’s Bakery. Cookies are some of the bakery’s specialties, along with cakes, donuts, and pies. Drop into the nearest location to pick up something sweet and delicious, or call (859) 371-9228 to place an order in Florence. For the Erlanger bakery, call (859) 342-5900, or to reach the Ft. Mitchell branch, call (859) 356-3800. You can also visit their website to view their menu.

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