Classic American Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Learn how to make the most delicious and irresistible Classic American Chocolate Chip Cookies from scratch. These soft and chewy cookies are loaded with chocolate chips and have a buttery flavor that will leave you wanting more. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser and a staple in every American household.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (220g) packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups (340g) semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°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 the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, beating until well combined.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the cookie dough.
6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Repeat with the remaining dough until all cookies are baked.
10. Serve and enjoy your freshly baked Classic American Chocolate Chip Cookies!

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