Chocolate Chip Cookies
Deliciously classic chocolate chip cookies with a perfect balance of crispy edges and chewy centers, loaded with rich chocolate chips for a timeless treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 36 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture.
- Stir in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For extra gooey cookies, slightly underbake by 1 minute and let cool on the baking sheet.