Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, blending warm, gooey chocolate with a soft, buttery base. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, evoking cherished memories of home baking. Easy to prepare with just a handful of ingredients, these cookies can be enjoyed fresh from the oven or saved for later indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 servings 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 (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges but still soft in the center. Allow cooling on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking. - Experiment with different types of chocolate or add nuts for extra flavor and texture.