Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these homemade chocolate chip cookies. Each bite offers a delightful blend of soft, chewy texture and rich chocolate flavor, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, these cookies evoke warm memories of childhood baking while filling your home with an inviting aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined (do not overmix).
- Fold in chocolate chips and scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown around the edges but still soft in the middle. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added texture, mix in chopped nuts or use different types of chocolate chips. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.