Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Best Homemade Treat for Family Joy
Indulge in the perfect chocolate chip cookies that bring joy to every family gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light-brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; set aside.
- In a large bowl, using a mixer, beat butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add salt, vanilla, and eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture; mix until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Allow to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a variety of chocolate types for a more complex flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chocolate Chip Cookies, Homemade Cookies, Family Recipe