Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Name: Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 24 servings
Cuisine: American
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

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.

27 minEasyServes 24180 cal/serving

AmericanDessertOvenVegetarianLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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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

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2

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.
3

Beat in the 2 room temperature large eggs one at a time, then stir in the 2 tsp vanilla extract.
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.
5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
6

Fold in the 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup chopped walnuts (if using).
7

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
9

Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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Questions

What temperature do I cook Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies at?

For Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 12 minutes, in step 8.

Does room temperature really matter in Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Step 3 reads: "Beat in the 2 room temperature large eggs one at a time, then stir in the 2 tsp vanilla extract." It does at step 3. Cold ingredients resist blending: cold butter will not cream, and cold eggs can split a batter that was smooth a moment ago.

What can I use instead of baking powder in Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies?

The entry for Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies calls for 1 tsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

Can I make Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies is 1 cup unsalted butter, softened. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How many calories are in Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies?

One serving (the recipe makes 24) is about 180 calories, with 3 g protein, 24 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 92 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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