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Crispy and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Irresistibly Crispy and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies Delight

Delight in the crispy and chewy texture of these chocolate chip cookies, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: easy cookies
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour This forms the structure of your cookies, giving them that delightful texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the cookies rise and ensures a soft center.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances the flavors and balances the sweetness perfectly.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened) Provides richness and helps achieve that crispy edge.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds moisture and depth of flavor, making the cookies chewy.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Contributes to the sweetness and encourages that golden color.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binding agent and contributes to the soft, chewy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Infuses a warm, aromatic flavor.
  • 2 cups Semisweet Chocolate Chips These create gooey pockets of chocolatey goodness.
Optional Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Flaked Sea Salt A sprinkle adds a beautiful contrast to the sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • stand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and kosher salt until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Cream the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the eggs and vanilla, mixing until fully combined.
  4. Pour in dry ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips gently to evenly distribute them in the dough.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 20 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  8. Scoop the dough and shape into balls, placing them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 9 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  11. Sprinkle with flaked sea salt if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling the dough is key to preventing excessive spread. Don't overmix the ingredients. Use a scale for accuracy in measuring flour.

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