Description
These are The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever — perfectly soft in the center, lightly crispy at the edges, and loaded with rich, melty chocolate chips. A foolproof, classic cookie recipe every baker needs. Keyword: Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup packed light brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. -
Cream Butter & Sugars:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. -
Add Eggs & Vanilla:
Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla extract and mix until smooth. -
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet mixture until just combined. -
Fold in Chocolate Chips:
Gently stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed. -
Scoop & Bake:
Scoop 2-tablespoon portions of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake 8–10 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are set. -
Cool & Serve:
Let cookies cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container.
Notes
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Chill dough for 30 minutes for a thicker cookie with richer flavor.
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Add sea salt flakes on top before baking for a sweet-salty finish.
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Use a mix of chocolate chunks and chips for texture variety.