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This recipe guides you through baking delicious chocolate chip cookies in just three simple steps, focusing on ease and great results. You'll learn how to mix the dough, portion it, and bake to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-ins
  • 2 cups chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large bowl
  • Electric mixer (optional)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Making the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
  3. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate chips, like milk chocolate or dark chocolate, for varied flavor. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days to maintain freshness.