Description
Indulge in the warm, gooey delight of homemade American cookies! These chewy treats are packed with rich chocolate chips and a hint of vanilla, creating an irresistible flavor that brings comfort to any occasion. Perfect for gatherings or quiet nights in, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to devour. Gather your loved ones and enjoy the magic of baking—your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: nuts or extra chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and any optional add-ins.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool briefly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg