Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies boast a rich, buttery flavor paired with gooey chocolate chips, creating an irresistible treat that's simple to make and beloved by all.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 11

Total Time 31

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 24 cookies

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 cup Unsalted butter, softened Richness, moisture
3/4 cup Granulated sugar Sweetness
3/4 cup Brown sugar Chewiness, moisture
2 large Eggs Structure, binding
2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Flavor enhancement
2.5 cups All-purpose flour Structure
1 teaspoon Baking powder Light lift
1/2 teaspoon Salt Flavor balance
2 cups Chocolate chips Chocolate flavor

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer.
Beat for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, then add the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients on low speed, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Baking

Bake for 9-11 minutes, watching carefully for a lightly golden edge while keeping the centers soft.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a chewy cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes and consider using a mix of semisweet and dark chocolate chips.

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