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Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Easy chocolate chip cookies with crispy edges and soft chewy centers.
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A classic, foolproof recipe for perfect chocolate chip cookies with crisp edges and a soft, chewy center. Simple ingredients come together to create a comforting, homemade treat that’s perfect for sharing and making memories.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until no dry flour remains.
  5. Use a spatula to fold in the chocolate chips by hand.
  6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 48 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden brown and centers look just set.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential to prevent excessive spreading. Dough balls can be frozen for up to 3 months; bake from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the bake time. For salted butter, reduce added salt to 0.25 teaspoon.

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