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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Mixing the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; this can make the cookies tough.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Shaping and Baking:
- Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Make sure to leave some space between each cookie as they will spread during baking.
- You can use the back of a spoon or your fingers to slightly flatten each cookie if you prefer a flatter shape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown. The centers may still look slightly undercooked, but they will continue to cook as they cool.
Cooling and Enjoying:
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, enjoy your delicious homemade chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Pro Tips:
- You can add chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans) if you like nutty chocolate chip cookies.
- For extra gooey cookies, underbake them slightly. They will be softer and chewier.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate chips (dark, milk, white) for unique flavor variations.
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