When making chocolate chip cookies, you typically don't need to flip them. Unlike pancakes or burgers, cookies are baked on one side only. The baking process involves placing the cookie dough onto a baking sheet and baking it in the oven until they're fully cooked. You don't need to flip them because they will spread and cook evenly on the bottom side during the baking process.
Here's a general guideline for baking chocolate chip cookies:
Preheat your oven to the specified temperature in the recipe (usually around 350°F or 180°C).
Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, leaving enough space between each cookie for them to spread.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for the recommended time, which is usually around 8 to 12 minutes, depending on the recipe and the size of the cookies.
Keep an eye on the cookies during the last few minutes of baking to avoid over-browning. The edges should be lightly golden, and the centers may still look slightly soft.
Once they're done baking, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Remember that baking times may vary depending on your oven and the specific recipe, so always follow the instructions provided in the recipe you're using. Happy baking!