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Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delightful chocolate chip cookies that evoke warmth and nostalgia, easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of your cookie, giving it structure and a fluffy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps your cookies rise slightly, leading to that delightful chewiness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Adds lift and helps achieve that perfect golden brown.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the sweetness of the chocolate and balances the flavors.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature Use high-quality butter for richness and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adds just the right amount of sweetness.
  • 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar Brings a deep caramel-like flavor contributing to chewiness.
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Crucial for binding ingredients and adding moisture.
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla The aromatic essence that elevates the overall taste.
Chocolate
  • 1 package (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips Provides a classic chocolate flavor.
  • 1 package (12 ounces) milk chocolate chips Adds a sweeter, creamier flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until blended.
Mixing Wet Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until light and fluffy (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Add granulated sugar and brown sugar, continue mixing until well combined.
Combine Eggs and Vanilla
  1. Add eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture, beating until creamy and well blended.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring just until blended.
Chocolate Chips
  1. Fold in half of the chocolate chips, then add half of the dough on top.
  2. Stir gently to combine, and then add the remaining chocolate chips and dough until fully mixed.
Chill the Dough
  1. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 24-36 hours (optional but recommended).
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, and place on the cookie sheet.
  3. Bake for 9-11 minutes until tops are light brown.
Cooling
  1. Allow cookies to cool slightly on the cookie sheet before transferring to wire racks.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Don’t overmix to keep cookies tender. For more flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or different types of chocolate chips.