Soft & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies — A Treat for Every Mood Recipe

Introduction

These soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies are perfect for satisfying any sweet craving. With a tender texture and rich chocolate flavor, they are a timeless treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter (softened)
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: In a bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until the mixture is fluffy.
3. Step 3: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Step 6: Stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
7. Step 7: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Step 8: Bake for 9–11 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft.
9. Step 9: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Tips & Variations

• For extra chewy cookies, use all brown sugar instead of a mix of brown and white sugars.
• Try adding chopped nuts or substituting chocolate chips with white chocolate or peanut butter chips for a twist.
• Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking helps prevent spreading and enhances flavor.

Storage

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. To keep them soft, place a slice of bread in the container to absorb excess moisture. Reheat gently in the microwave for a few seconds to enjoy warm cookies.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?

Yes, but reduce or omit the additional salt in the recipe to avoid overly salty cookies.

How do I make the cookies more soft and chewy?

Use more brown sugar than white sugar, avoid overbaking, and consider adding a tablespoon of cornstarch to the flour for extra tenderness.

Soft & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies — A Treat for Every Mood Recipe

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Soft & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies that bring a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth any time. These classic cookies feature a tender, chewy interior with golden edges and plenty of melty chocolate chips, making them a delightful treat for every mood.

• Author: Nora
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 9-11 minutes
• Total Time: 24-26 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup butter (softened)
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt

Add-ins

• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies evenly.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Beat them together until the mixture is fluffy and light, which helps create a soft cookie texture.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure even mixing, then add the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures that the leavening agent and seasoning are evenly distributed.
5. Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough for consistent pockets of chocolate in every bite.
7. Prepare Baking Tray: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and help with even baking.
8. Scoop Dough: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them to allow for spreading.
9. Bake Cookies: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
10. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• For chewier cookies, slightly underbake by removing at 9 minutes.
• Use room temperature butter and eggs to ensure proper creaming and texture.
• Feel free to add nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
• If you prefer a crispier cookie, bake for an additional 1-2 minutes.
• Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft for several days.

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