Description
Indulge in the ultimate treat with these Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies. With a rich buttery flavor and a delightful chewy texture, each cookie is generously filled with semi-sweet chocolate chips that melt in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a party, enjoying a cozy night in, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth—this recipe is both easy to follow and accessible for bakers of all skill levels. The combination of simple ingredients and straightforward steps ensures that you’ll create cookies that impress everyone.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently using a wooden spoon.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes if it feels warm.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them appropriately.
- Bake smaller cookies for 8-10 minutes and larger ones for 10-13 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
- Cool on baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg