Practically Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies
Get ready to bake a batch of pure bliss with these *Practically Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies*! Soft and chewy in the center with irresistibly crisp edges, these cookies strike the ultimate balance that every cookie lover craves. Made with a classic combination of creamy unsalted butter, two types of sugar for a rich depth of flavor, and just the right hint of vanilla, these treats are generously studded with gooey semi-sweet chocolate chips. Optional chopped nuts add a delightful crunch for those who love extra texture. With a quick 15-minute prep time and only 10 minutes in the oven, this recipe is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings in no time. Whether you're baking for a family gathering or indulging solo, these cookies deliver every time—best enjoyed warm and fresh with a cold glass of milk! Try this simple, crowd-pleasing recipe and see why it’s simply *practically perfect*.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Optional: Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In another mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look slightly underbaked.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Enjoy your Practically Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies with a glass of cold milk or store them in an airtight container for up to a week!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.3 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.1 g | 596% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2644 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 740.9 g | 269% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.0 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 480.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.5 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 25.8 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 919 mg | 20% | |
*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.
