WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
• Fun and festive for any occasion.
• Easy to make with simple ingredients.
• Deliciously soft and chewy texture.
QUICK OVERVIEW
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 11 minutes
• Total time: 26 minutes
• Yield/servings: 24 cookies
• Difficulty: Easy
INGREDIENTS
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups chocolate chips or heart-shaped candies
• Sprinkles or icing for decorating
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Stir together flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl.
- Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time. Gradually mix in the flour mixture.
- Stir in chocolate chips or heart-shaped candies.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Decorate with sprinkles or icing as desired.
SERVING IDEAS
• Serve with a glass of milk.
• Pair with coffee for adults.
• Enjoy as a sweet treat after dinner.
• Gift them in a pretty box for friends.
HOW TO STORE
• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
• Freezer: Freeze in a ziplock bag for up to 3 months.
• Reheat/serve: Warm in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.
TROUBLESHOOTING
• Cookies spread too much? Chill the dough.
• Cookies too hard? Bake for less time.
• Mixture too dry? Add a bit more butter.
• Cookies burnt? Check oven temperature.
• Not sweet enough? Add more sugar next time.
FAQ
• Q: Can I use whole wheat flour?
A: Yes, but the texture may be denser.
• Q: Can I use different add-ins?
A: Absolutely! Try nuts or dried fruits.
• Q: How long do they last?
A: About a week when stored properly.
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Total Time: 26
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Deliciously soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups chocolate chips or heart-shaped candies
- Sprinkles or icing for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Stir together flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl.
- Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time. Gradually mix in the flour mixture.
- Stir in chocolate chips or heart-shaped candies.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Decorate with sprinkles or icing as desired.
Notes
Chill the dough if cookies spread too much. Adjust baking time for desired texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 11
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
