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Cozy Mom’s Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe with Perfectly Chewy Centers Made Easy

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A nostalgic chocolate chip cookie recipe featuring perfectly chewy centers and golden edges, made with simple pantry staples and easy steps.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165 grams) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (340 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1 cup (120 grams) chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt flakes for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until the dough is smooth and glossy.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture on low speed until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and, if using, the chopped nuts.
  7. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft.
  10. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough is crucial for achieving perfectly chewy centers and preventing cookies from spreading too thin. Use a mix of brown and white sugar for balance between chewiness and crisp edges. Watch baking time closely to avoid overbaking. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft.

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