A simple recipe for chocolate chip cookies.

There’s nothing quite like a warm, freshly baked chocolate chip cookie. This recipe is my go-to, the one that never fails to impress. It strikes the perfect balance between a slightly crispy edge and a soft, chewy centre. What makes this recipe special is the combination of both white and brown sugar, which gives the cookies a wonderful depth of flavor and a lovely, moist texture. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is simple to follow and guaranteed to produce delicious results every time. So, grab your apron and get ready to bake the best chocolate chip cookies you’ve ever had

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough onto the prepared cookie sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Allow cookies to cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

A little more about the ingredients:

Chocolate Chips: The star of the show! You can use semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate chips, depending on your preference. For a gourmet touch, try using a chopped chocolate bar instead of chips for pools of melted chocolate in your cookies.
Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies!

Unsalted Butter: Using unsalted butter allows you to control the amount of salt in your cookies. It’s important that the butter is at room temperature to ensure it creams properly with the sugars, creating a light and airy dough.

Brown and White Sugar: The combination of these two sugars is key to the texture and flavour of the cookies. White sugar helps the cookies spread and gives them a crispier edge, while brown sugar adds moisture and a caramel-like flavour, contributing to a chewier cookie.

Vanilla Extract: A good-quality vanilla extract is essential for adding a warm, rich flavour to your cookies. It enhances the other flavours in the recipe.

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