Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with rich chocolate chips — a timeless treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons hot water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Dissolve baking soda in hot water and add to batter along with salt.
- Stir in flour, chocolate chips, and nuts.
- Drop by large spoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, or until edges are nicely browned.
- Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For extra soft cookies, slightly underbake by 1-2 minutes; alternatively, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
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