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Classic Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies for Home Bakers

Classic Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.