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Winning Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Discover the secret to irresistibly gooey, melt-in-your-mouth Winning Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies with a perfectly tender and chewy texture paired with luscious chocolate pockets. This easy-to-follow recipe uses simple pantry staples to deliver consistently soft-centered cookies ideal for any occasion. Whether for a comforting treat or a special event, these cookies promise a warm, delicious experience in every bite.

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 unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Oven and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Measure and set out all your ingredients to streamline the mixing process.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream softened unsalted butter with both brown and granulated sugars until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color—this step is key for softness.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the dough with warm flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the butter and sugar mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can lead to tougher cookies.
  6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough for maximum gooey pockets in every bite.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, place dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but 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 finish cooling. This resting time helps them set perfectly soft without becoming dry.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to control spreading and improve texture.
  • Use room temperature butter for better creaming and softness.
  • Measure flour properly by spooning into the cup and leveling off to avoid dense cookies.
  • Remove cookies from oven when edges are golden but centers look slightly underdone for ultimate softness.
  • Use premium-quality chocolate chips for better melt and richer flavor.

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