Description
Enjoy the warm, gooey chocolate and soft, buttery texture of these classic chocolate chip cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 8 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and measure all ingredients.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 40 seconds and let it cool.
- Mix melted butter with white sugar and light brown sugar until smooth and creamy; add vanilla extract and the egg, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients until crumbs form.
- Press dough crumbles together and fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Form large balls of dough, placing them on a lined cookie sheet.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until puffy and lightly golden on the edges.
- Cool on the cookie sheet for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider browning the butter and using high-quality chocolate chips. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes improves texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, dessert, baking, cookies, soft cookies