Description
Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate comfort food, filling kitchens with the delightful aroma of sweet baked goodness. This classic recipe strikes a perfect balance between crispy edges and soft, gooey centers, making them irresistible for any occasion. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can create these delicious treats that are easily customizable to suit your preferences. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or shared as gifts, these cookies promise to delight friends and family alike with their rich chocolate flavor and chewy texture. Get ready to bake up a batch of nostalgia!
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg