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Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies for Ultimate Comfort Bliss

Experience the best chewy chocolate chip cookies that are a classic dessert balancing delightful chewiness with rich chocolate flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Essential for achieving right balance of chewiness and crispness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensures a slightly puffy yet chewy texture.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances the cookie's sweetness.
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter Softened for smooth mixing, or substitute with coconut oil.
  • ¾ cup brown sugar Adds moisture and rich flavor.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Provides additional sweetness.
  • 1 large egg Necessary for moisture and binding.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor enhancer; can use almond extract as a twist.
  • 1 to 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Ideal for a perfect melty finish.
Optional Add-ins
  • nuts (like walnuts or pecans) Adds crunch and texture.
  • dried fruits (like cranberries or raisins) Boosts flavor.
  • white chocolate or butterscotch chips Change up the flavor profile.
  • nut butter (like almond or peanut butter) Creates a richer flavor experience.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat ¾ cup of softened butter, ¾ cup of brown sugar, and ½ cup of granulated sugar for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing on low speed until well combined.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in 1 to 2 cups of chocolate chips.
  7. Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  8. Let cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Using room temperature ingredients and chilling the dough enhances texture and flavor.

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