Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade chocolate chip cookies that are perfectly chewy and irresistibly delicious. This simple recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for quick cravings or special gatherings. With a golden-brown exterior and a soft, gooey center, these cookies are sure to please both kids and adults alike. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or different types of chocolate chips for a unique twist. As the aroma of freshly baked cookies fills your kitchen, you’ll find it hard to resist enjoying them warm from the oven. Elevate your dessert offerings with this classic cookie recipe that promises satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup cold butter (1 stick)
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 bag semi-sweet chocolate chips (10–11 oz)
- Optional: ¼ cup walnut pieces
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking soda.
- In a larger bowl, mix cold butter pieces with granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just blended.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and optional walnuts.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, leaving space between each ball.
- Bake for 6-7 minutes until golden brown; let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg