Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this classic chocolate chip cookie recipe. Each cookie boasts a delightful balance of crispy edges and a chewy center, featuring gooey chocolate chips that melt in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to late-night cravings—these cookies evoke nostalgia and warmth with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture without overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least an hour before baking to enhance flavor and texture. For variations, try incorporating nuts or using different types of chocolate chips.