When making chocolate chip cookies can you cut the recipe in half?

Yes, you can usually cut a chocolate chip cookie recipe in half! Here's why and how:

Why you can cut the recipe in half:

* Ingredients: Most cookie recipes use ingredients that scale easily. You can simply divide the quantity of each ingredient by two.

* Baking time: Baking time will likely need to be adjusted slightly, but not drastically.

How to cut a chocolate chip cookie recipe in half:

1. Divide the ingredients: Carefully look at each ingredient amount and divide it in half. For example, if the recipe calls for 2 cups of flour, you'll use 1 cup.

2. Adjust the baking time: Start with a slightly shorter baking time than the original recipe. Check the cookies early using the toothpick test (a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean).

3. Don't overbake: Overbaked cookies become dry and crumbly. It's better to err on the side of underbaking slightly and bake for a shorter amount of time.

4. Enjoy!

Important Tip: Remember that oven temperatures can vary, so always check your cookies early. You may need to adjust baking time slightly based on your oven.