Jennifer Hudson’s Chocolate Chip Cookies are easy

Jennifer Hudson’s Chocolate Chip Cookies. PHOTO: Stock image

Jennifer Hudson, widely celebrated for her powerhouse vocals and compelling performances, also shares her cooking adventures on her talk show, engaging with guest chefs and trying her hand at various dishes.

On one special episode, she dove into the world of baking by making a batch of chocolate chip cookies. This endeavor wasn’t just about following a recipe; it was a delightful exploration into cookie making, emphasizing texture, flavor, and the joy of baking.

Here’s how you can make a batch of delightful chocolate chip cookies inspired by Jennifer Hudson’s cooking segment:

Ingredients

Butter: 1 cup, softened
Sugar: 1 cup
Brown Sugar: 1 cup, packed
Eggs: 2
Vanilla Extract: 2 tsp
Baking Soda: 1 tsp
Hot Water: 2 tsp
Salt: 1/2 tsp
Flour: 3 cups
Chocolate Chips: 2 cups
Nuts: 1 cup, chopped (optional)

Directions

STEP 1
Prep: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

STEP 2
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.

STEP 3
Combine Baking Soda and Water: Dissolve baking soda in hot water and add to the batter along with salt.

STEP 4
Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in flour, chocolate chips, and nuts. Drop by large spoonfuls onto ungreased pans.

STEP 5
Bake: Bake for about 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are nicely browned.

STEP 6
Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Enjoy baking and sharing these delicious cookies, inspired by Jennifer Hudson’s joyful approach to cooking and baking on her show!