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The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Ever Recipe

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This classic chocolate chip cookie recipe delivers soft, chewy, and perfectly golden cookies with a rich buttery flavor and plenty of melty chocolate chips. Easy to make and loved by all, these cookies are ideal for any occasion or a sweet treat anytime.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup salted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Mix-ins

  • 2 cups chocolate chips (12 oz)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheets: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line three baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt until evenly mixed. Set this aside for later use.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened salted butter with granulated sugar and packed light brown sugar together until the mixture is smooth and combined, forming a creamy base.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the pure vanilla extract. Continue mixing until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the prepared dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Add the chocolate chips and gently mix until they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
  7. Shape Cookie Dough: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, roll 2-3 tablespoons of cookie dough at a time into balls. Place these evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are just barely beginning to turn golden brown around the edges for a soft, chewy texture.
  9. Cool: Remove cookies from the oven and allow them to sit on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, slightly underbake and allow them to finish setting on the hot baking sheet.
  • Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.
  • Butter should be softened but not melted to achieve the best texture.
  • You can add nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch if desired.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze the dough balls for later use.

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