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Chocolate Cookie Recipe

A family favorite chocolate cookie recipe that blends crispy edges with chewy centers, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until edges are slightly golden.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

For ultimate chewiness, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.