Description
Classic, bakery-style cookies with chewy centers, crisp edges, and melty pockets of chocolate. Balanced sweetness from a mix of brown and white sugars and a silky dough that stays soft after cooling. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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1 cup salted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup light brown sugar, packed
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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2 cups chocolate chips (12 oz)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Beat butter and sugars until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
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Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla until combined.
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Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Slowly mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
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Fold in chocolate chips evenly.
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Cover dough and chill at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours for best shape and flavor.
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Scoop 2 tbsp dough balls onto baking sheets spaced 2 inches apart. Bake 9-11 minutes until edges are lightly golden, centers soft.
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Cool 5 minutes on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
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Use room temperature butter for best texture.
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Chilling dough prevents spreading and enhances flavors.
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Remove cookies before center fully sets for chewiness.
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Measure flour with care to prevent dryness.
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Customize with mix of chocolate types or add nuts.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dessert, Cookie
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: Calories:
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, bakery cookies, chewy, classic cookie, easy baking