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Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies

The Perfect Balance of Crispy Edges and Gooey Centers.

36servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies

About this recipe

Indulge in these homemade chocolate chip cookies boasting a perfect blend of crispy edges and soft, gooey centers. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, these treats are sure to delight any sweet tooth. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or save some dough for later – it's a versatile recipe perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. 3

    Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.

  4. 4

    In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together.

  5. 5

    Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

  6. 6

    Fold in chocolate chips.

  7. 7

    Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.

  8. 8

    Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden brown.

  9. 9

    Cool cookies on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Chef's tip

For thicker cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Store extras in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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