The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Learn how to make the best chocolate chip cookies with this easy and delicious recipe. These cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chunks. Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert, this recipe will quickly become your go-to for homemade chocolate chip cookies. With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, you'll have a batch of fresh, mouthwatering cookies in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups chocolate chunks
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your 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. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Fold in the chocolate chunks and chopped walnuts (if using).
8. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Enjoy these perfect chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

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