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Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Ultimate Comfort Recipe
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Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Ultimate Comfort Recipe

A nostalgic, perfectly balanced cookie with crispy edges and a gooey center. Quick to make and customizable with food coloring, these bakery-style delights are a timeless treat for dessert or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • Pink, purple, yellow, blue food coloring

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt
  4. Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar at medium speed until fluffy
  5. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until incorporated
  6. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture
  7. Fold in chocolate chips and desired food coloring
  8. Optional: Chill dough for 30 minutes for cleaner edges
  9. Scoop dough into 12 mounds per sheet
  10. Bake 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden

Notes

Substitute vegan butter if needed
Chilling the dough is optional but improves texture
Customize with festive color combinations
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days