Description
Achieve the perfect balance of slightly crisp edges and soft, chewy centers with these irresistible chocolate chip cookies.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips/chunks
Instructions
- Cream the butter until smooth, then add brown sugar and granulated sugar; mix until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients; mix on low speed until just blended.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours, preferably 24-72 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheets, leaving space between each. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a chewier texture, chill the dough before baking. You can also freeze the cookie dough for future use.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg