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