The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this perfectly delicious chocolate chip cookie recipe. These cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with gooey chocolate chips. Follow this easy recipe to create the most irresistible chocolate chip cookies that will have everyone asking for more. They are perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

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 chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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 the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers will be slightly soft.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Enjoy the perfect chocolate chip cookies!

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