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Freshly baked homemade chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack

Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

A classic homemade chocolate chip cookie recipe featuring a perfect balance of soft centers and crispy edges, ideal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed For deeper flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature for smoother dough.
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Measure correctly by spooning into a cup.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chocolate chips Can swap for chopped chocolate for bigger chunks.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or use silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until smooth and slightly fluffy.
  3. Beat in the vanilla, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing until each is incorporated.
  4. Whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula so they are evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set but still soft.
  3. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 to 3 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 90mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Serve warm with milk or ice cream. For storage, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For best results, place a slice of bread in the container to maintain moisture. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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