Chocolate Chip Cookies

Experience the joy of baking with these irresistible homemade chocolate chip cookies. With a soft and chewy center and beautifully golden brown edges, these cookies are generously packed with rich chocolate chips. The touch of flaky salt sprinkled right after baking adds a perfect balance to the sweetness and elevates the flavor to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these cookies are sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

🧂 1 cup brown sugar
🍬 1/2 cup granulated sugar (cane sugar preferred)
🧈 1 cup melted unsalted butter (2 sticks)
🥚 2 large eggs
🍦 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
🍚 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
🥄 1 teaspoon baking soda
🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt
🍫 2 1/4 cups chocolate chips
🧂 Flaky salt (optional but highly recommended)

Instructions

1- Prepare the Baking Sheets:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line your baking sheets with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.

2- Melt the Butter:

Melt the 2 sticks of unsalted butter using a microwave or a small saucepan over low heat.
Let it cool slightly.

3- Mix the Wet Ingredients:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, continuing to whisk until well combined and the mixture is smooth.

4- Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring with a spatula until fully incorporated and there are no visible streaks of flour.

5- Fold in Chocolate Chips:

Gently fold in 2 cups of the chocolate chips into the dough, reserving the remaining 1/4 cup for topping the cookies.
Ensure the chips are well distributed throughout the dough.

6- Shape the Cookies:

Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, scoop even portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, allowing space for spreading.
Place only 4 cookies per baking sheet for optimal baking.

7- Add Extra Chocolate Chips:

Press a few of the reserved chocolate chips onto the top of each cookie for an appealing presentation.

8- Bake:

Bake one sheet at a time on the middle rack of the oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden while the tops remain puffy.

9- Add Flaky Salt:

As soon as the cookies are out of the oven, sprinkle them with flaky salt, if using.
This step enhances the flavor balance.

10- Cool and Enjoy:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Indulge in the deliciousness!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes per batch
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: Approximately 24 cookies
Calories: 220 per cookie
Nutritional Information per Serving: 3g protein, 12g fat, 28g carbohydrates
Equipment: Baking sheets, parchment paper, mixing bowls, whisk, spatula, cookie scoop

Cooking Tips:

For chewier cookies, do not overbake. The center should look slightly underbaked when you take them out.
Adjust the amount of chocolate chips to your preference for an extra chocolatey treat.

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Irresistible Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies