Perfect, Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the joy of baking with these Perfect, Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies. This beloved recipe is a nostalgic favorite that combines simplicity with delightful results, making it the ideal treat for any occasion. The warm aroma wafting through your kitchen will evoke fond memories, while the soft, chewy texture and rich chocolate chips create a comforting dessert that everyone will love. Whether you’re whipping up a batch for a family gathering or just treating yourself to a sweet moment, these cookies are sure to please.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 36 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce as substitute
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg or substitute, baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add flour and mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto ungreased or parchment-lined cookie sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool briefly before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg