Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies 🍪

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These Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies are an absolute classic—soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate chips. Perfect for any occasion or just as a comforting treat. They come together quickly and never disappoint, making them a go-to favorite for cookie lovers everywhere!

Ingredients:

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

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to ensure your cookies don’t stick and to make cleanup easy.

Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 2-3 minutes on medium speed with an electric mixer.
  2. Add in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Continue mixing until everything is fully combined and smooth.

Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients

  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing at a low speed or by hand. Be careful not to overmix—just combine until the dough comes together.

Step 4: Add the Chocolate Chips

  1. Once the dough is ready, fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a spatula or spoon. Make sure the chips are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 5: Scoop the Dough

  1. Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto your prepared baking sheets. Space the dough balls about 2 inches apart to give them room to spread as they bake.

Step 6: Bake

  1. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft. Keep an eye on them—cookies will continue to cook a little after you take them out of the oven.
  2. Tip: For slightly chewier cookies, underbake them by a minute or so and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Step 7: Cool and Enjoy!

  1. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Enjoy your warm, gooey homemade chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!

Pro Tips & Variations:

  • Make Them Extra Soft: For super soft cookies, make sure your butter is softened to room temperature, but not too melted. Also, don’t overbake them! They should look slightly underdone in the middle when you pull them out.
  • Chill the Dough: If you have time, chill the cookie dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour before baking. This helps the cookies hold their shape and can deepen the flavor.
  • Add Nuts: If you like nuts in your cookies, feel free to add 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for some crunch.
  • Double Chocolate Chip Cookies: For even more chocolate, swap out 1 cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chunks.

These Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies are sure to become your go-to recipe for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for family, friends, or just yourself (we won’t judge!), these classic cookies will always hit the spot.

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