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Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
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This Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe delivers the perfect blend of soft, chewy, and gooey textures with classic comforting flavors. Made from simple, straightforward ingredients, it is easy to prepare and completely customizable to suit your preferences. These cookies are ideal for any occasion—whether a family gathering, holiday, or cozy night in—and sure to disappear quickly!

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

Add-ins

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure the leavening is evenly distributed, which gives the cookies a perfect rise.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat softened unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture becomes light and fluffy — this step is key to achieving tender cookies.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract to make the dough aromatic and rich in flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter mixture, mixing just until combined to prevent overworking the dough which can cause toughness.
  6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed for maximum gooeyness in every bite.
  7. Shape and Bake: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them well. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Cool Properly: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling, which helps maintain their chewy texture.

Notes

  • Chill the Dough: Refrigerate your cookie dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and develop deeper flavors.
  • Don’t Overmix: Mixing just enough keeps your cookies tender by avoiding gluten overdevelopment.
  • Use Room Temperature Butter: Softened butter blends best with sugar for the ideal texture.
  • Measure Flour Correctly: Spoon flour into your measuring cup and level off to avoid adding too much, which can dry out cookies.
  • Watch the Bake Time: Take cookies out just as edges turn golden to keep centers soft and chewy.

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