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Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and baked to perfection with a perfect balance of sweet dough and melty chocolate chunks. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, this classic treat is irresistible and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients. Soften the butter to room temperature for easier mixing, and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get ready for baking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution and helps your cookies bake evenly.
  3. Cream butter and sugars: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes. This step is key for the perfect cookie texture.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. This adds moisture and enhances flavor.
  5. Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Stir in chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips evenly using a spatula to ensure every cookie gets that gooey chocolate goodness.
  7. Scoop and bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges turn golden but the centers remain soft.
  8. Cool and enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This resting time helps set their chewy texture.

Notes

  • Chill the dough: Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes to intensify flavor and prevent spreading.
  • Use room temperature ingredients: Ensures smoother mixing for uniform cookies.
  • Don’t overbake: Remove cookies just before edges brown to keep a soft, chewy center.
  • Measure flour carefully: Use the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense cookies.
  • Experiment with chocolate: Mix semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips to add flavor depth.

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