Chocolate chip cookies are a classic American dessert that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for many years. The recipe typically consists of a simple combination of flour, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, salt, and of course, chocolate chips.
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Here's a basic recipe to make chocolate chip cookies:
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown around the edges.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your delicious homemade chocolate chip cookies!