Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe !!!

 

I love those recipes that we all grew up with, they are just too good to miss out on.

Hi everyone! I have another chocolate chip recipe that I want to share with you and it’s definitely another favorite and most loved chocolate chip cookie to add to the blog. You can never have enough cookie recipes, can you? No!!
Simple and easy ! My whole family loves this recipe so much. If it were for them, I’d be making this every day! Give it a shot, you’ll love it!To Make this Recipe You’ Will Need the following ingredients:

 

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour see notes below
1 teaspoon of baking soda
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter see notes below, room temperature
1/2 cup lightly packed brown sugar
6 tablespoons of granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips I used semi-sweet Ghiradelli. Use fewer chocolate chips if you want more cookies and not as much chocolate, such as 1 1/4 cups to 1 1/2 cups.

 

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 ° F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray. (For best results, use parchment paper)
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda and salt.
In another large bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat together butter and sugars until smooth and mix well.
Add the egg and vanilla and mix on low speed until well combined.
Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until just incorporated. Don’t keep mixing – don’t over mix.
Add the chocolate chips and stir with a wooden spoon, again without over-mixing, just until incorporated.
Cool the dough if the dough is hot.
Using a small or large ice cream scoop or a tablespoon, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, 6 to 8 per pan, depending on the size you are making.
Bake cookies, 1 sheet at a time, until bottoms and edges are lightly browned and tops are firm to the touch,
Small cookies bake 8-10 minutes
Large cookies bake 10-13 minutes.
Let cookies cool for 5 minutes on baking sheets, then transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Makes 18 to 30 cookies depending on size.

Easy Lemon Icebox Dessert

 

The Best Easy Lemon Icebox Dessert Bars: No-Bake, Creamy, and Perfect for Summer

Overview

This is the ultimate no-bake lemon dessert—a cool, refreshing, and incredibly easy-to-make treat that is perfect for picnics, parties, or a simple summer evening. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a tangy-sweet, light lemon filling, and a fluffy whipped cream topping, these bars are guaranteed crowd-pleasers. The combination of textures—the crunch of the crust and the smooth, creamy filling—makes this a dessert you’ll be making all year round

 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

No Oven Required: Keep your kitchen cool! This is a completely no-bake recipe.

Quick & Easy: Minimal prep time and simple ingredients.

Make-Ahead Perfection: Needs time in the fridge, making it ideal for prepping days in advance.

Refreshing Flavor: The tart lemon is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the cream and the crust.

 Ingredients

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

2 cups (about 14 full sheets) finely crushed graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup (1 stick or 113g) unsalted butter, melted

For the Creamy Lemon Filling:

1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (do not use evaporated milk)

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from 3-4 medium lemons)

2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest (optional, but highly recommended for extra flavor)

For the Whipped Topping:

2 cups heavy cream (or 1 tub of frozen whipped topping, thawed)

1/4 cup powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Extra lemon zest for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

Preheat & Pan: Lightly grease a $9 \times 13$-inch baking dish

Mix: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is evenly moistened, resembling wet sand.

Press: Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish. Use the bottom of a measuring cup or glass to help create a dense, flat base.

Chill: Place the crust in the freezer for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the filling.

Step 2: Make the Lemon Filling

Combine: In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest (if using).

Thicken: The mixture will thicken almost immediately as the acidity of the lemon juice reacts with the milk. Continue whisking until it is smooth and uniform.

Pour: Pour the lemon filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.

Step 3: Chill and Set

Refrigerate: Cover the dish loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the filling is completely set and firm.

Step 4: Add the Whipped Topping

Whip: In a large, clean bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment to beat the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed.

Stiff Peaks: Beat until stiff peaks form (the cream should hold its shape firmly).

Spread: Spread the whipped cream over the completely chilled lemon layer.

Garnish: Sprinkle the top with a little extra lemon zest for color and flavor.

Step 5: Serve

Slice: Cut the dessert into squares or bars.

Enjoy: Keep leftovers covered and refrigerated. They will last for 3-4 days.

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Secondary Keywords: Graham Cracker Crust, Sweetened Condensed Milk Dessert, Summer Dessert, Make-Ahead Treat, Cold Lemon Dessert.

 Pro Tips for a Perfect Dessert

Fresh Lemon Juice is Key: Do not use bottled lemon juice. Freshly squeezed juice provides the best, brightest flavor and is essential for the filling to set properly.

For a Lighter Topping: If you are short on time, you can substitute the homemade whipped cream with a $12$-ounce tub of thawed, frozen whipped topping (like Cool Whip).

My husband requests this every

 

When March rolls around and we start craving cozy, hearty dinners, this slow cooker Guinness chicken is one of those recipes that earns a spot on repeat. It’s wonderfully simple with just four ingredients, but the flavor tastes like you fussed all day: tender chicken wrapped in a rich, dark, slightly sweet sauce with that deep malty flavor Guinness is known for. It has a bit of Irish pub comfort-food charm, but it’s easy enough for a busy weekday when you just want dinner to take care of itself.

This chicken is especially good spooned over buttery mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or fluffy rice so none of that glossy sauce goes to waste. For a complete plate, I like to add roasted carrots, simple green beans, or a crisp cabbage slaw to balance the richness. If you’re serving it for a March get-together, a chunk of soda bread on the side makes it feel extra special.

Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Guinness Chicken

Servings: 6

Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1 (11.2-ounce) bottle Guinness stout

1 cup barbecue sauce

1 packet (1 ounce) dry onion soup mix

Chicken thighs, Guinness stout, barbecue sauce, and dry onion soup mix on a kitchen counter

Directions

1. Lightly coat the insert of your slow cooker if desired for easier cleanup. Arrange the chicken thighs in an even layer in the slow cooker.

Raw chicken thighs arranged in a slow cooker

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Guinness, barbecue sauce, and dry onion soup mix until smooth and well combined.

Dark Guinness sauce being whisked in a bowl

3. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is very tender and cooked through.

Chicken thighs covered in dark sauce in the slow cooker

4. Once the chicken is done, gently spoon the sauce over the top. If you’d like a thicker glaze, remove the lid for the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking to let the sauce reduce slightly. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

Finished Guinness chicken plated with mashed potatoes and green beans

Variations & Tips

Kid-Friendlier Version: Use a sweeter barbecue sauce for a milder, more familiar flavor that picky eaters usually enjoy. The stout cooks down into the sauce, leaving a deep savory taste rather than a strong beer flavor.

Use Chicken Drumsticks: If that’s what you have on hand, drumsticks work nicely too. Just make sure they reach a safe internal temperature, and give them enough room in the slow cooker so the sauce can coat them well.

Guinness chicken made with drumsticks in rich dark sauce

For a Stickier Finish: Transfer the cooked chicken to a foil-lined baking sheet and broil for 2 to 4 minutes after slow cooking. That quick blast of heat gives the outside those gorgeous caramelized edges like the finished dish in the photo.

Make Cleanup Easier: A slow cooker liner can be a real help on busy days, especially with a sauce this sticky and rich. I also like to spoon a little extra sauce over each serving right before it hits the table so every bite stays moist and flavorful.

Whenever my uncle visits he

 

This slow cooker 3-ingredient brown sugar chicken packets recipe is my go-to when my uncle comes to visit—he literally asks if I’ve got “those sweet and savory pockets” going the second he walks in the door. It’s weeknight-friendly, uses exactly three pantry staples, and the chicken turns out incredibly tender and juicy every single time.

Everything cooks inside individual foil packets, so the flavors stay concentrated, the cleanup is basically nonexistent, and you can toss the slow cooker insert back into the cabinet without scrubbing. It’s one of those set-it-and-forget-it dinners that feels special but fits right into a busy workday.

Foil chicken packets arranged in a slow cooker before cooking

Serve these brown sugar chicken packets right in their foil on a plate, carefully opening them so the steam escapes away from you. Spoon the sweet and savory juices over the chicken and pair with fluffy white rice, mashed potatoes, or buttered egg noodles to soak up the sauce.

A simple green side like steamed broccoli, roasted green beans, or a bagged salad mix rounds out the meal with almost no extra effort. If you want to stretch it for a crowd, shred the chicken inside the packets and pile it onto toasted buns with a quick coleslaw on the side.

Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Brown Sugar Chicken Packets

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 medium pieces)

1 cup packed light brown sugar

1 packet (1 ounce) dry Italian dressing mix

Heavy-duty aluminum foil (for wrapping packets; non-food ingredient)

Three simple ingredients for brown sugar chicken laid out on a counter

Directions

Line your slow cooker with a single layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil, shiny side facing up, to help catch any drips from the packets and make cleanup easier. Set the slow cooker base aside while you prep the chicken.

Pat the boneless skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels and trim any excess fat. If the pieces are very thick, you can slice them in half horizontally so they cook more evenly and become extra tender.

In a small bowl, combine the packed light brown sugar and the dry Italian dressing mix. Stir with a fork until the mixture looks like evenly seasoned brown sugar with no big clumps.

Brown sugar and Italian dressing mix being stirred in a small bowl

Tear off 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each big enough to wrap around one piece of chicken with extra room to fold and seal. Lay the foil sheets shiny side up on your counter.

Place one chicken breast in the center of each foil sheet. Spoon the brown sugar and Italian dressing mixture evenly over the tops of the chicken pieces, dividing it among all four. Press the mixture lightly so it sticks to the chicken and some falls around the sides.

Fold each foil sheet up and around the chicken to form a sealed packet: bring the long sides together over the top and fold them down tightly, then roll and crimp the ends so no juices can leak out. You want snug, well-sealed packets so the chicken steams in its own sweet and savory sauce.

Chicken breasts coated with brown sugar mixture on foil sheets

Arrange the sealed foil packets in the slow cooker in a single layer as much as possible, stacking slightly if needed. The shiny foil packets should fit snugly but not be crushed.

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook the chicken packets on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is very tender and reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C). Cooking on LOW will give you the most tender results.

Once cooked, turn off the slow cooker and let the packets rest inside for about 5 minutes. Carefully remove each packet with tongs, then gently open them away from your face to avoid the hot steam. Drizzle any sweet and savory juices from the bottom of the packets back over the chicken before serving.

Opened foil packet revealing tender glazed chicken

For the exact cleanup my uncle brags about, let the slow cooker insert cool, then lift out the foil lining and discard it along with the used packets. Give the insert a quick wipe if needed and you’re done—no scrubbing baked-on sauce.

Variations & Tips

For a slightly less sweet version, reduce the brown sugar to 3/4 cup and add a splash of water or low-sodium chicken broth (about 2 tablespoons) to each packet before sealing to keep the moisture level high. If you prefer dark meat, boneless skinless chicken thighs work beautifully and stay very juicy; use the same weight and cook time, checking that they reach 165°F.

Served brown sugar chicken with rice and green beans on a plate

To add a little heat, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes over the brown sugar mixture before sealing the packets. You can also tuck a few thin slices of onion or carrot under the chicken inside each packet, but remember that any additions beyond the chicken, brown sugar, and Italian dressing mix mean you’re going beyond the original 3-ingredient concept.

For meal prep, assemble the foil packets the night before, place them on a tray in the fridge, and transfer them straight into the slow cooker in the morning. Food safety tips: Always keep raw chicken refrigerated until you’re ready to assemble the packets, and wash your hands, cutting board, and any utensils that touch raw poultry with hot, soapy water.

Make sure the packets are fully sealed so raw juices don’t leak into the slow cooker. Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken has reached at least 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part before serving. Leftovers should be cooled, transferred out of the foil into an airtight container, and refrigerated within 2 hours; reheat thoroughly before eating.

Spoon condensed cream of

 

This is the kind of cozy, no-fuss supper I can throw together on a busy weeknight without even thinking. I just layer raw chicken thighs in the slow cooker, spoon condensed cream of mushroom soup right over the top, add three pantry-friendly ingredients, and let it quietly turn into the creamiest mushroom chicken. It’s very much a small-town, Midwestern-style comfort dish—simple ingredients, big comfort, and plenty of sauce for spooning over potatoes or noodles.

This creamy mushroom chicken is wonderful served over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed rice so all that sauce has something to soak into. Add a simple green side like roasted broccoli, green beans, or a tossed salad to balance the richness. Warm dinner rolls or buttered bread are great for mopping up the extra sauce. For family nights, I like to set everything out family-style so everyone can help themselves and drizzle on as much sauce as they like.

Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Servings: 6

Ingredients

2 1/2 to 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

2 cans (10.5 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup

1 packet (1 ounce) dry onion soup mix

1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Place the raw chicken thighs in an even layer in the bottom of a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. It’s fine if they overlap slightly, but try to keep them mostly in a single layer so they cook evenly.

In a small bowl, stir together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, dry onion soup mix, chicken broth, and black pepper until mostly smooth. It will be thick, and that’s okay.

Spoon the soup mixture over the raw chicken thighs in the slow cooker, spreading it gently so the chicken is well coated. This should look like a thick blanket of creamy soup over the chicken.

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours, or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is very tender and easily pulls apart with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).

Once cooked, gently stir the chicken and sauce together in the slow cooker to coat every piece in the creamy mushroom gravy. If you prefer bite-sized pieces, you can lightly shred or cut the chicken directly in the slow cooker at this point.

Taste the sauce and add a small pinch of salt only if needed, since the soups and onion mix are already seasoned. Serve the creamy mushroom chicken hot, spooning plenty of sauce over each portion.

Variations & Tips

For extra mushrooms, you can scatter 8 ounces of sliced fresh mushrooms over the raw chicken before spooning on the soup mixture. If your family likes a little tang, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt at the very end for an even creamier, slightly tangy sauce—just avoid boiling it after adding so it doesn’t curdle. For picky eaters who shy away from visible onion bits, choose a reduced-sodium cream of mushroom soup and skip the onion soup mix; instead, season with 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 1 teaspoon dried parsley. You can also use bone-in, skinless chicken thighs; just add about 30 minutes to the cook time on LOW and be sure to remove the bones before serving. If you need to keep things lighter, trim extra fat from the chicken and serve over cauliflower rice or steamed veggies instead of potatoes or noodles. Food safety tips: Always start with cold, fresh or fully thawed chicken—never cook from frozen in the slow cooker, as it can stay too long in the temperature “danger zone.” Make sure the chicken reaches at least 165°F (74°C) in the thickest piece before serving. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in shallow containers, and use within 3 to 4 days, reheating until hot and steaming before eating.

Pour bottled teriyaki sauce and

 

This slow cooker 4-ingredient Amish-style teriyaki chicken is the kind of no-fuss, dump-and-go dinner that fits right into a busy family week. It leans on a trusty bottle of teriyaki sauce and three simple pantry staples to give you that sweet-savory flavor everyone loves, with a cozy, homespun feel you’d find at a small-town church supper.

You literally pour the bottled teriyaki and the other three ingredients over chicken breasts in your slow cooker, turn it on, and let it work its magic while you tackle the rest of your day. It’s simple, hearty, and the kind of meal my kids ask for again and again.

Slow cooker teriyaki chicken ingredients gathered on a kitchen counter

Serve this tender teriyaki chicken spooned over fluffy white rice, brown rice, or buttered egg noodles so all that sweet-savory sauce has something to soak into. Add a simple side of steamed green beans, broccoli, or a bagged salad mix to round out the plate without much extra work.

If you’re feeding a crowd, set out a big bowl of rice, the shredded chicken in its sauce, and toppings like sliced green onions or sesame seeds so everyone can build their own bowl. Leftovers are great tucked into tortillas for quick wraps or piled onto hamburger buns for an easy, saucy sandwich night.

Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Amish-Style Teriyaki Chicken

Servings: 6

Ingredients

2 to 2.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup bottled teriyaki sauce (thick, store-bought)

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1 small onion, finely chopped

Directions

Lightly spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray for easier cleanup.

Lay the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a single layer in the bottom of the slow cooker. It’s fine if they overlap just a bit.

Chicken breasts arranged in a slow cooker before sauce is added

In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the bottled teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, chicken broth, and chopped onion until the sugar is mostly dissolved and everything is well combined.

Pour the teriyaki mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker, making sure each piece is coated. This is your simple “pour and go” step.

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for about 2.5 to 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and very tender. The internal temperature should reach at least 165°F (74°C).

Teriyaki sauce mixture being poured over chicken in the slow cooker

Once done, use two forks to gently shred the chicken right in the slow cooker, or leave the breasts whole if your family prefers larger pieces. Stir so the chicken is well coated in the sweet-savory sauce.

Taste the sauce and adjust if needed: if you want it sweeter, stir in a spoonful of brown sugar; if you’d like it a bit thinner, add a splash more chicken broth.

Turn the slow cooker to WARM and let the chicken sit for 10 to 15 minutes so it can soak up even more flavor, then serve the teriyaki chicken with plenty of sauce spooned over your choice of rice, noodles, or potatoes.

Variations & Tips

For picky eaters, keep the onion very finely minced so it almost melts into the sauce, or sauté it briefly in a little butter before adding to mellow the flavor. You can also pull out a plain piece of cooked chicken before shredding and drizzle just a small amount of sauce over it for kids who don’t like things too saucy.

Shredded teriyaki chicken served over white rice in a family-style bowl

To make it a little lighter, use reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce and swap half the brown sugar for honey. For a heartier, more Amish-potluck style feel, add peeled baby carrots or thick carrot slices around the chicken before pouring the sauce on top; they’ll cook right in the sauce and come out tender and sweet.

If you like a thicker, stickier sauce, ladle some of the cooking liquid into a small saucepan, simmer it on the stove for a few minutes to reduce, and stir it back into the shredded chicken. You can also turn this into a sandwich filling by piling the shredded teriyaki chicken onto toasted buns, or make rice bowls with steamed broccoli, peas, or corn for a full one-bowl dinner. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the microwave with a splash of extra broth to loosen the sauce.