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Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies

Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat combining a crispy edge with a chewy center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use Kerrygold for rich flavor
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar Packed firmly
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence Can substitute with vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • 2 cups chocolate chips Ghirardelli semi-sweet preferred
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour King Arthur flour recommended
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For Variations
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips Optional for a sweeter twist
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips Optional for creaminess
  • 1 cup chocolate chunks For a textured bite
  • 1 cup nuts or dried fruits For extra texture and flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Spoon or cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Allow unsalted butter and eggs to reach room temperature.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
  5. Incorporate eggs one at a time and then mix in vanilla essence until well combined.
  6. Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution.
  8. Scoop out 1 to 1.5-inch balls of dough and place them on the baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers slightly underbaked.
  10. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 90mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to use softened butter for the best texture. Experiment with chocolate types for personalized flavors.

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