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Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

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A simple and easy homemade recipe for chewy chocolate chip cookies that are soft, gooey, and comforting. Perfect for any occasion and made with pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in the pure vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Optional: Chill the dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the fridge to control spread and deepen flavor.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers still look soft.
  10. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Chilling the dough helps control cookie spread and deepens flavor. Use softened, not melted butter to avoid greasy dough. Watch the cookies closely near the end of baking to keep them chewy, not crispy. Using parchment or silicone mats prevents sticking and promotes even baking.

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