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Easy Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

This easy homemade chocolate chip cookie recipe delivers bakery-quality results with simple ingredients and straightforward instructions. The recipe produces perfectly chewy cookies with crisp edges using basic pantry staples and includes expert tips for foolproof baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer).
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are set but still soft.
  9. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Don't overmix the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined. Use softened butter (not melted) for optimal texture. For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. Bake one sheet at a time in the center rack for even cooking.