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Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe 5 Easy Steps for Soft Chewy Perfection

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A foolproof recipe for soft and chewy classic chocolate chip cookies made with simple pantry staples, perfect for quick baking and crowd-pleasing treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soften butter and prep ingredients. Take butter out of fridge at least 30 minutes before baking. Measure sugars, flour, baking soda, and salt. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Cream butter and sugars. Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until fluffy and pale, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add eggs and vanilla. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Mix until dough is smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Combine dry ingredients and mix. Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Slowly add to wet ingredients on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Step 5: Fold in chocolate chips and bake. Fold chocolate chips evenly into dough. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls onto parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers look slightly underbaked. Cool on sheet 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.

Notes

Use real unsalted butter for best flavor and chewiness. For thicker cookies, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking. Oven temperatures vary; lower temp by 10-15°F if cookies spread too much or burn. Dough freezes well; bake from frozen adding a couple minutes to baking time. Use parchment or silicone mats to prevent sticking.

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