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Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies

These homemade chocolate chip cookies are rich, buttery, and packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips, making them the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Make sure it’s softened to room temperature for a smooth batter.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar For that sweet crunch.
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar This adds depth and moisture.
  • 2 large eggs These help bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract The secret ingredient for a rich flavor.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Gives the cookies their structure.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps them rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavors.
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips The star of the show!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, beating well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt, then gradually add this to the butter-sugar mixture.
  5. Gently stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space in between for spreading.
  2. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  3. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

For chewier cookies, consider chilling the dough before baking. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature, or freeze the dough in balls and bake from frozen. Sprinkle with sea salt before baking for a gourmet touch.