Here’s a classic recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookies that yields soft, chewy, and delicious cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to be a hit!
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
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Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract together until creamy and well combined.
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Add Eggs:
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Add Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Scoop the Dough:
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. They will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven.
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Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
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Serve:
- Enjoy your delicious chocolate chip cookies warm or at room temperature!
Tips:
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze cookie dough balls for later baking; just add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time if baking from frozen.
- Variations: Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate chips (milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate) or add-ins like dried fruit or coconut.
- For Chewy Cookies: If you prefer chewier cookies, you can chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Enjoy your Chocolate Chip Cookies! They’re a timeless treat that everyone loves!