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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies: Discover the Perfect Recipe!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic recipe for delicious chocolate chip cookies that are soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips.


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 semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Feel free to add nuts or substitute different types of chocolate chips.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, classic cookies, dessert recipe