Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Fresh baked chocolate chip cookies are always a favorite.
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Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is hot enough to bake the cookies evenly.
- 2
Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- 3
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- 5
Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix; it's okay if the dough is a little lumpy.
- 6
Fold in Chocolate Chips
Gently fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Baking
- 7
Prepare Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- 8
Scoop Cookie Dough
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- 9
Bake the Cookies
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may look slightly undercooked, but they will firm up as they cool.
- 10
Cool the Cookies
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.