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Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies

Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Enjoy the magic of homemade chocolate chip cookies that transform an afternoon into a delightful experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can use gluten-free blend.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Sea salt recommended.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened, at room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar Packed for moisture.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Reduce for lower-sugar option.
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla is preferred.
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Can substitute with dark or milk chocolate.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flours, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are lightly golden; let cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for 20-30 minutes for thicker cookies. Store in an airtight container.

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