Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Add the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
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Add chocolate chips: Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Form the cookies: Drop rounded spoonfuls (about 1.5 tablespoons) of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
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Cool and serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
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For a nutty twist, add 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
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You can substitute half the chocolate chips with white chocolate or butterscotch chips for a different flavor.
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Sprinkle a bit of flaky sea salt on top for a gourmet finish.
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To make mini versions, use a smaller scoop and reduce baking time.
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For a stuffed surprise, place a piece of chocolate or caramel inside the dough ball before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
