Description
Deliciously soft and chewy cookies packed with chocolate chips that melt in your mouth, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, dessert, baking, homemade cookies, sweets