Julie's Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies - The Perfect Sweet Treats

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Julie's Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies - The Perfect Sweet Treats
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 28, 2024

Indulge in the deliciousness of Julie's Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies. These classic American treats are irresistibly soft on the inside with a slightly crispy edge, and filled with gooey chocolate chips that melt in your mouth. They are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party, treating yourself, or sharing with loved ones. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll have a batch of these scrumptious cookies ready in no time.

Ingredients

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

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets 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, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy these delectable chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!

Interesting Facts

  • Did you know that the chocolate chip cookie was accidentally invented by Ruth Graves Wakefield in the 1930s? She was trying to make chocolate cookies but ran out of baker's chocolate, so she used chopped chocolate instead. The result was the first batch of chocolate chip cookies!
  • Chocolate chip cookies are so popular that they even have their own national holiday in the United States. National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day is celebrated on August 4th.
  • The Toll House Inn, owned by Ruth Graves Wakefield, became famous for its chocolate chip cookies. Nestlé eventually acquired the rights to the recipe and started producing chocolate chips specifically designed for making these cookies.