Making cookies is a fun and delicious activity! Here’s a simple recipe for classic chocolate chip cookies, along with step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Prepare Baking Sheets
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda.
Step 4: Cream Butter and Sugars
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In a large bowl, using a mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until smooth.
Step 5: Add Eggs and Vanilla
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
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Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Step 7: Fold in Chocolate Chips
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Gently fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts, if using).
Step 8: Scoop Dough
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Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 9: Bake
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
Step 10: Cool
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Enjoy!
Your delicious chocolate chip cookies are now ready to be enjoyed! Serve them warm or store them in an airtight container for later.
Tips
- Variations: Experiment with different types of chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits.
- Storage: Cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to a week.
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