Bake Sale Chocolate Chip Cookies (53 Minutes)

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There’s something irresistibly nostalgic about classic chocolate chip cookies, especially the kind you’d find at a neighborhood bake sale.

These cookies are soft in the center, with perfectly crisp edges, and are generously studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Perfect for any occasion, from school events to casual family gatherings, these chocolate chip cookies will surely bring a smile to everyone’s face!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven (5 minutes):
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients (5 minutes):
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream the butter and sugars (5 minutes):
    • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla (3 minutes):
    • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients (5 minutes):
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (3 minutes):
    • Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using) with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Shape the cookies (5 minutes):
    • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  8. Bake the cookies (10-12 minutes):
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
  9. Cool the cookies (10 minutes):
    • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an added touch of flavor, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt over the tops of the cookies before baking.

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, making them perfect for baking ahead of time.

Classic chocolate chip cookies are always a crowd-pleaser, and the recipe is easy to customize with your favorite add-ins like white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or toffee bits.

Enjoy baking and sharing these delightful cookies with friends and family, and watch them disappear in no time!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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