Chocolate Chip Cookies
These chocolate chip cookies are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, perfect for any occasion and customizable to suit personal preferences.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for better mixing.
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs Use room temperature.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Sift before measuring.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Dissolve in hot water.
- 2 teaspoons hot water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips Can substitute with different chocolate types.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in hot water and then add this mixture to the batter along with the salt.
- Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chocolate chips (and any nuts if desired).
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking pans, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, until golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Let them cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Notes
For best results, chill your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.