Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Perfectly soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies with crisp edges and a gooey center. This timeless recipe creates the ultimate comfort dessert that everyone loves.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
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1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
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3
Beat in the 2 room temperature large eggs one at a time, then stir in the 2 tsp vanilla extract.
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4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp salt.
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5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
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6
Fold in the 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup chopped walnuts (if using).
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7
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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10
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
