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Chocolate chip cookies

From the video “CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES [The Only Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe You Need]” by Brian Lagerstrom. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Brian Lagerstrom. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumWeekend project
Not spicy
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
8
Cost
~$1.08*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$2.17* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
12

Ingredients

  • Vegetarian

May contain gluten, dairy, egg

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$8.61*for 8 people
~$1.08*per serving

You save about ~$2.17* per serving (67% less*) than ordering it out — ~$17.39* for 8 people.

Order out = a typical Ontario café cookie, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

6 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 4 predicted from typical costs · not priced: vanilla extract, 70% cacao baking chocolate, baking soda, baking powder

* Estimate, not a quote: 4 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario café cookie at ~$3.25, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving517 kcal · 26% of 2,000Recipe makes 8 servings
Fat25 g31%
Saturated fat15 g74%
Sodium637 mg28%
Carbohydrate69 g25%
Fiber1.1 g4%
Total sugars37 gno daily value
Added sugars37 g73%
Protein6.4 g13%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexTreat
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+7 of 20
  • Fiber+3 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−11 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−20 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 10 of 11 ingredient lines (81% of the measured weight), divided into 8 servings as stated in the video. Not counted because the video gives no amount: flaky sea salt. Not matched to nutrient data: 70% cacao baking chocolate. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • paddle attachment
  • spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • salad spinner
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • wire cooling rack

What the video didn’t say

  • totalMin
  • exact oven calibration
  • baking time variation depending on oven type
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash on 2026-10-02. Thumbnail and video are Brian Lagerstrom’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Chocolate chip cookies

What makes Brian Lagerstrom's Chocolate chip cookies recipe and technique special?

Brian Lagerstrom's take on Chocolate chip cookies focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing North American flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Chocolate chip cookies at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Chocolate chip cookies recipe costs approximately $0.70 CAD per serving (yielding 8 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Chocolate chip cookies ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Chocolate chip cookies can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Brian Lagerstrom's Chocolate chip cookies?

This recipe utilizes approximately 12 ingredients across 12 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Chocolate chip cookies?

The official cooking video by Brian Lagerstrom is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.