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Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies

These chocolate chip cookies offer the perfect balance of crispy edges and chewy centers, evoking memories of family gatherings with their rich, comforting flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of our dough.
  • 1 tsp baking soda For that lovely rise.
  • 1/2 tsp salt A touch for balance.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Creamy richness is essential.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar For sweetness and structure.
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed) Adds depth and moisture.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract A fragrant touch.
  • 2 large eggs Binding agents for the mixture.
Chocolate Chips
  • 2 cups chocolate chips Use semi-sweet or milk chocolate based on preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just blended. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
  3. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Notes

For thicker cookies, let the dough chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Leftover dough can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw and bake as usual.