Description
These classic homemade chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate chips. Perfect for any occasion, they’re easy to make and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (160 g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (340 g) semisweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Wet Ingredients:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Add Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts, if using) with a spatula.
7. Scoop the Dough:
- Drop spoonfuls of dough (about 1 1/2 tablespoons per cookie) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
8. Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look slightly underdone.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For Soft Cookies: Don’t overbake. Remove them from the oven while the centers are still soft and slightly undercooked. They’ll firm up as they cool.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter is softened for easier mixing and a smoother dough.
- Chill the Dough (Optional): For thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.