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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies

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A classic, nostalgic chocolate chip cookie recipe featuring crispy edges and chewy centers, perfect for cozy homemade treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (220 grams) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (315 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (340 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (60 grams) chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Gently fold in 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips and, if using, 1/2 cup chopped nuts.
  7. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets. Chill dough for 15 minutes if too sticky.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers still look slightly underbaked.
  9. Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use softened but not melted butter for best texture. Spoon and level flour to avoid cakey cookies. Chill dough for 30 minutes if possible to improve flavor and texture. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking for even cooking. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with 1:1 gluten-free baking flour. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil but expect texture differences.

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