Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookies photo
prep time:
10 min
cook time:
40 min
total time:
50 min
Makes 4 dozen cookies
danadana vander

The ultimate soft cookie recipe. These cookies are always welcome anytime by adults and kids alike. Mix with a spoon instead of an electric mixer to create bumpier cookies.

ingredients

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup (stick) butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour*
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped nuts (optional)
  • 1 pkg (2 cups) semi-sweet chocolate chips

directions

  • 1

    Heat oven to 375 degrees

  • 2

    Mix sugars, vanilla extract, butter and egg in large bowl. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt (dough will be stiff). Stir in nuts and chocolate chips.

  • 3

    Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet.

  • 4

    Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light brown (centers will be soft). Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire rack.

notes

* if using self-rising flour, omit baking soda and salt For a lighter cookie, use 3/4 cup margarine and omit nuts

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