Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies that fill your home with warmth and sweetness. This easy-to-follow recipe offers a perfect balance of soft, chewy centers and golden-brown edges, making it a delightful treat for any occasion. Whether you’re sharing them at a family gathering or enjoying them solo during movie night, these cookies are sure to bring joy and comfort.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract until creamy.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if desired.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto prepared sheets, leaving space for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg