I WONDER - Who Was Ruth Wakefield?

The chocolate chip cookie, a beloved treat, was accidentally invented by Ruth Wakefield in the 1930s at the Toll House Inn in Massachusetts. She intended for the chocolate to melt into the dough, but it retained its shape, leading to the creation of the iconic cookie. This delightful invention quickly became an American classic and remains popular worldwide.

What unexpected result occurred when Ruth Wakefield mixed chocolate into the cookie dough?

How has the chocolate chip cookie been received by cookie enthusiasts worldwide?