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Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies You’ll Ever Bake at Home

Discover the best chocolate chip cookies with soft, chewy centers and melty chocolate—perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitution: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt coarse sea salt on top adds a delightful crunch.
  • 3/4 cup Butter be sure it's barely melted and cooled to avoid greasy cookies.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar packed tightly for maximum sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar combine carefully for an even texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract always opt for pure vanilla for the best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar just a small amount goes a long way.
  • 1 large Egg ensure it’s large for consistent results.
  • 2 cups Semisweet Chocolate Chips (or chunks) feel free to mix chips and chunks for added texture.
For Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Sea Salt sprinkle on top after baking for a burst of flavor and texture contrast.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Cookie Scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients by combining all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk everything together and set it aside.
  3. Cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add in the vanilla extract and apple cider vinegar, mixing until well combined.
  4. Incorporate the egg, and stir until fully mixed into the wet ingredients.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Then, fold in the semisweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet using a large cookie scoop, placing them about 3 inches apart.
  7. Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are light brown and the centers look slightly underdone.
  8. Sprinkle the warm cookies with coarse sea salt as soon as they come out of the oven. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the ultimate experience, serve the cookies warm with a glass of cold milk.

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