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Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies that are easy to make and irresistibly chewy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 29 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure to the cookies; measure carefully to avoid dryness.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch Acts as a tenderizer, creating a softer texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for helping the cookies rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter (softened) Vital for creaming with sugars.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Helps the cookies rise and lightens the texture.
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar (packed) Adds moisture and chewiness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Key component for traditional cookie flavor.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients and adds moisture.
  • 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Essential for classic flavor.
  • 1 cups extra chocolate chips For topping; enhances appearance.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and egg, mixing until combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture. Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  4. Chill the Dough: Portion dough on a baking sheet, sprinkle extra chocolate chips, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Bake Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Space chilled dough balls on a sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool for 10 minutes on sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1.5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 38mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing and refrigerate dough to maintain soft texture.

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