Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
– 1 cup butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup packed brown sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 2 cups chocolate chips
– 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition:
Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Total Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4.5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 95mg
Total Carbohydrates: 20g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 13g
Protein: 2g
Tips:
– For an extra chewy texture, refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour before baking.
– Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.
– Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
– Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other mix-ins like dried fruits or shredded coconut.
Variations:
– Double Chocolate Chip Cookies: Add ½ cup cocoa powder to the dry ingredients for an intense chocolate flavor.
– Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies: Replace 1 cup of flour with 1 cup of rolled oats for a heartier cookie.
– Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies: Mix in ½ cup of creamy peanut butter with the butter and sugars for a delicious twist.
Enjoy these mouthwatering chocolate chip cookies with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee!
