Lots a Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate chip cookie experience with this "Lots a Chocolate Chip Cookies" recipe, a crowd-pleasing treat bursting with rich, gooey chocolate in every bite. Made with a perfect blend of softened butter, a duo of sugars for a chewy texture, and two full cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies are as decadent as they are easy to prepare. A quick 15-minute prep time and a 10-minute bake time mean you'll have warm, bakery-style cookies ready in no time. The addition of optional chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans enhances the flavor with a satisfying crunch, elevating these cookies to the next level. Perfect for dessert, parties, or a comforting snack, these classic chocolate chip cookies are a timeless favorite that pairs perfectly with a glass of cold milk.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup optional: chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts, if using) using a spatula or wooden spoon.
Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly underbaked. The cookies will firm up as they cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm with a glass of milk or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 271.6 g | 348% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.1 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2654 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 799.1 g | 291% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.8 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 509.5 g | ||
| Protein | 82.6 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 28.5 mg | 158% | |
| Potassium | 1238 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
