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The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe for Soft Chewiness

The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe guarantees soft, chewy cookies that are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Chocolate Chips Milk, dark, or semi-sweet based on preference

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened salted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, blend until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips by hand with a spatula.
  6. Scoop out dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are light golden brown.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and avoid overmixing the dough once flour is added. Store in an airtight container to maintain softness.

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