Description
Cookies have a way of bringing joy and warmth to any occasion! This fun chocolate chip cookie recipe is easy to make, perfect for bakers of all levels. With warm, gooey chocolate chips and a delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen, these cookies are a nostalgic treat for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins for endless delicious possibilities!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips (dark or milk)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each scoop.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around the edges but soft in the center. Let cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg