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Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delicious homemade chocolate chip cookies with a warm, gooey center and slightly crispy edges, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs Add eggs one at a time.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Gives a light texture.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 cups chocolate chips Choose high-quality chocolate chips for better taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully mixed in before adding the next.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
  8. Using a rounded tablespoon, drop dollops of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets with enough space between each.
Baking
  1. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, until the edges turn golden. The centers may look slightly soft.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft. You can freeze cookies for up to three months if necessary.