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Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Best Chocolate Chip Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These best chocolate chip cookies are a delightful blend of crispy edges and soft, chewy centers, offering ultimate satisfaction with gooey chocolate.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda check freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt reduce if using salted butter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for chewier cookies
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract preferably pure
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add vanilla extract and blend well, then incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir just until combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets, leaving space between mounds.
  10. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  11. Cool cookies on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough enhances flavor and prevents spreading. Use high-quality chocolate for best results.

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