Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper or lightly greasing them.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating each one until fully incorporated before adding the next. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough
- To form cookies, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Directions:
- Preheat Oven: Ensure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature for even baking.
- Creaming Butter and Sugars: Properly creaming the butter and sugars ensures a light and airy texture in your cookies.
- Adding Eggs: Incorporate eggs one at a time to ensure even mixing and a smooth batter.
- Mixing Dry Ingredients: Combine dry ingredients separately before adding them to the wet mixture to ensure even distribution.
- Baking Time: Watch the edges of the cookies for a lightly golden color to indicate they’re ready.
Nutrition Facts:
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 105mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 24g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 16g
- Protein: 2g
Reviews:
- “These cookies are just right—crispy around the edges and chewy in the center!”!” – Mary P.
- “I’ve made these for years, and they always turn out amazing. A family favorite!” – John S.
Community Tips and Praise:
- Many bakers recommend chilling the dough for an hour before baking for thicker cookies.
- Some enjoy adding chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt on top for added flavor.
