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Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Thick, chewy chocolate chip cookies with crisp, buttery edges and soft, gooey centers—made from simple pantry staples and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (spoon & level)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats.
  • In a large bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, 2–3 minutes. Scrape the bowl.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth, then mix in vanilla.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix on low just until no dry streaks remain (do not overmix).
  • Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  • Scoop dough into 1½-tablespoon balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared sheets. Press a few extra chips on top for a bakery look, if desired.
  • Bake 9–11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers still look slightly soft.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Store airtight at room temperature up to 5 days, or freeze dough balls to bake later (add 1–2 minutes to bake time from frozen).

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17g
Keyword best cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Easy Cookies, Homemade Cookies, Quick Baking
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