Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe



Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)


chocolate chip cookie recipe



Instructions:

  1. Alright, let's get started! Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Get a baking sheet ready by lining it with parchment paper or giving it a light grease to prevent the cookies from sticking.
  2. In a nice big bowl, take your softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Cream them together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. You can do this by using a hand mixer or even just a wooden spoon if you're up for a little workout.
  3. Now, crack your eggs, one at a time, into the bowl. Beat them well after each addition. And don't forget to add in that teaspoon of vanilla extract for that lovely flavor.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This step helps to evenly distribute these dry ingredients and ensure that your cookies turn out just right.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the bowl of buttery goodness, stirring everything together until you have a nice dough. It's important not to overmix at this point. We want the dough to come together, but we don't want to end up with tough cookies.
  6. Time to add the star of the show—chocolate chips! Pour in those delightful morsels and, if you like a bit of crunch, toss in some chopped nuts too. Mix them into the dough so that they're nicely dispersed throughout.
  7. It's shaping time! Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto your prepared baking sheet. Make sure to space them about 2 inches apart to give them room to spread while baking.
  8. Pop your baking sheet into the preheated oven and let those cookies bake for around 10-12 minutes. Keep an eye on them and take them out when the edges turn a lovely golden brown. The centers might look slightly undercooked, but they'll firm up as the cookies cool.
  9. Once you've taken the sheet out of the oven, resist the temptation to dive right into those freshly baked cookies. Give them a few minutes to cool on the sheet, about 5 minutes should do it. After that, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Repeat the process with the remaining dough until you've baked up all the cookies your heart desires.

Now it's time to enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies! Pour yourself a glass of milk, find a cozy spot, and savor the deliciousness. Don't forget to share them with your loved ones too—they'll appreciate the treat!