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Deliciously baked chocolate chip cookies with melted chocolate chips

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Deliciously soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies that are a classic favorite for all occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for easy mixing.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour You can substitute some with oats for oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips You can experiment with different types of chocolate chips.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
  4. In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually blend into the creamed mixture.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  6. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  7. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Notes

Chocolate chip cookies are best served warm, straight from the oven, or at room temperature. Pair them with a glass of milk for a classic combination. To keep them fresh, store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week or freeze them with parchment paper separation.