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Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever Recipe

Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever Recipe
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5 from 20 reviews

These Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever are classic, chewy, and loaded with semisweet chocolate chips and optional crunchy nuts. Perfectly sweet and buttery with a light golden edge, these cookies make an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring good incorporation of air for a tender cookie.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture while stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen cookies.
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips and Nuts: Gently fold the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using) into the dough, distributing them evenly.
  6. Shape Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet spaced evenly apart to allow spreading during baking.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until the cookie edges turn lightly golden while centers remain soft.
  8. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps set their texture.
  9. Serve: Enjoy your freshly baked chocolate chip cookies warm with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, slightly underbake by reducing baking time by 1-2 minutes.
  • Walnuts or pecans can be omitted for a nut-free option or substituted with other nuts like almonds.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  • For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of softened butter.
  • To make dairy-free, use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.

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