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Chewy Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Method

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A quick and easy recipe for chewy classic chocolate chip cookies made with just five simple ingredients, perfect for any occasion and loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ cup (170 grams) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup (200 grams) light brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (270 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine melted and cooled unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Stir until sugars dissolve and mixture is smooth.
  4. Beat in the large room-temperature egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture until creamy and smooth.
  5. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Stop mixing as soon as flour is incorporated to avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips gently to distribute evenly.
  7. Optional: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to firm up the dough for thicker, chewier cookies.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and lightly golden but centers still look soft.
  10. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Let melted butter cool before mixing with egg to avoid scrambling. Chilling dough is recommended for thicker, chewier cookies but can be skipped if in a hurry. Watch baking time carefully to avoid crispy cookies; centers should look slightly underbaked. Use good-quality chocolate chips like Ghirardelli for best flavor and texture.

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