Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade chocolate chip cookies! This easy recipe yields soft, chewy cookies with golden edges and gooey chocolaty centers that are perfect for any occasion. Experience the delight of each bite as the rich flavors of melted chocolate and buttery dough create a nostalgic treat that brings joy and warmth to your kitchen.
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 brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just mixed; be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in chocolate chips (and nuts if desired).
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg