Decadent Chocolate Chip Cookies: Chewy Goodness
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Introduction
Who doesn't love a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie fresh out of the oven? In this recipe, we'll show you how to make the most decadent and chewy chocolate chip cookies that will have your friends and family begging for more.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light-brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the butter mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these decadent chocolate chip cookies with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat.
Tips
- For extra chewy cookies, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Feel free to mix in nuts, coconut, or dried fruit for a fun twist on this classic recipe.
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Troubleshooting
- If your cookies spread too much during baking, try chilling the dough for longer before baking.
- If your cookies are too dry, try reducing the baking time by a few minutes.
- If your cookies are too soft, try increasing the baking time by a couple of minutes.