Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

The perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe with a crispy edge and chewy center. These homemade cookies are loaded with chocolate chips and baked to golden perfection.

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Ingredients

2¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 cup butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
¾ cup white sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream butter with both sugars until fluffy.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.
Gradually mix in flour mixture until just combined.
Stir in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
Bake 9-11 minutes until golden brown around edges.
Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

About the Chef

Chef Alessandro

Traditional Italian

Born in Naples, Italy, Alessandro learned to cook from his grandmother and honed his skills at culinary school in Rome. He specializes in traditional Italian cuisine with a modern twist and has been featured in numerous food magazines.