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**Cookies with Chocolate Chips: The Ultimate Comfort Dessert**
Chocolate chip cookies are an all-time favorite treat that has stood the test of time. The combination of a soft, chewy center and golden crispy edges, studded with melty pockets of rich chocolate, makes every bite an indulgence. Whether you’re baking a batch for a special occasion, holiday, or simply to enjoy with a cup of milk, **chocolate chip cookies** always hit the spot. This recipe is the perfect balance of ingredients to ensure you get that irresistible combination of crunch, softness, and a chocolatey surprise in every bite.
### **Why You’ll Love Chocolate Chip Cookies**
– **Classic and Irresistible**: There’s something about the combination of butter, sugar, and chocolate chips that everyone loves. These cookies are a staple in homes across the world.
– **Perfect Texture**: Crispy edges, chewy centers, and oozing chocolate chips. The ultimate cookie texture that everyone craves.
– **Customizable**: Feel free to get creative! You can add nuts, swap out the chocolate chips for milk or white chocolate, or even throw in some toffee bits for extra sweetness.
– **Simple Ingredients**: You don’t need fancy ingredients for a perfect chocolate chip cookie. Most of the items are likely already in your pantry!
### **Ingredients You’ll Need**
– 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp baking soda
– ½ tsp salt
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
– ¾ cup granulated sugar
– ¾ cup packed brown sugar
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
– 2 large eggs
– 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips (or your preferred type of chocolate chips)
### **How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies**
#### **Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheets**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them to prevent the cookies from sticking.
#### **Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients**
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
#### **Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars**
1. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer or hand mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
2. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
#### **Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients**
1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
#### **Step 5: Fold in Chocolate Chips**
1. Gently fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula or spoon until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
#### **Step 6: Shape the Cookies**
1. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Make sure to leave about 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
#### **Step 7: Bake**
1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are slightly soft. Keep an eye on them toward the end, as baking times may vary depending on your oven.
2. For softer cookies, err on the side of under-baking slightly; for crispier cookies, allow a minute or two longer in the oven.
#### **Step 8: Cool and Enjoy**
1. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Enjoy your warm, gooey, and irresistible chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
### **Tips for the Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies**
– **Use Room Temperature Butter**: Softened butter blends better with the sugars, creating a smoother dough and contributing to a tender texture.
– **Don’t Over-Mix**: Overworking the dough can lead to dense cookies. Mix until just combined for the best texture.
– **Chill the Dough for Extra Thickness**: If you have the time, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. This helps the cookies maintain their shape and results in thicker cookies.
– **Experiment with Mix-Ins**: Want to add variety? Consider mixing in chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans), dried fruit, or a swirl of peanut butter to the dough.
– **Check the Cookies Early**: Ovens vary, so check the cookies a minute or two before the recommended baking time. They’ll continue cooking on the hot baking sheet after you remove them from the oven.
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