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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies: Your Ultimate Guide to Bake

A classic recipe for delicious chocolate chip cookies that are soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually blend in the flour mixture until just combined.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts if using.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • You can substitute half of the chocolate chips with white chocolate chips.
  • Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for an extra flavor boost.

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