Cookies are my favorite sweet snack, and chocolate chip cookies are my favorite cookie.

Here is a delicious chocolate chip cookie recipe: PDF available for Printing click HERE

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups chocolate chips
• *see below for some delicious add ins*

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may still appear slightly soft, but they will firm up as the cookies cool.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.

*There are plenty of add-ins you can incorporate into chocolate chip cookies to make them even more delicious and unique. Here are some ideas:*

1. M&M candies: Substitute a portion of the chocolate chips with M&M’s or add them in addition to the full amount of chocolate chips for an extra delicious cookie variation.
2. Oats: Rolled oats can add a hearty and wholesome texture to your cookies. Substitute a portion of the flour with oats or add them in addition to the flour for an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie.
3. Peanut Butter: For a peanut butter chocolate chip cookie, add a scoop of creamy or chunky peanut butter to the dough. This will create a rich and nutty flavor profile that pairs well with chocolate. For an extra PB flavor add in some PB chips as well.
4. Caramel Bits: Incorporate small caramel bits into the dough for a gooey and indulgent twist. The caramel will melt and create pockets of sweetness throughout the cookies. Add some sea salt to the top of cookies while they are still warm and enjoy the sweet and salty together.
5. Nuts: Chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts can add a delightful crunch and enhance the texture of your cookies. Toasting the nuts before adding them to the dough can intensify their flavor.
6. Spices: Enhance the flavor of your cookies by adding spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom. These spices can add warmth and complexity to the traditional chocolate chip cookie recipe.
7. Dried Fruits: Add sweetness and chewiness to your cookies with dried fruits such as raisins, cranberries, cherries, or chopped dates. Soak the dried fruits in warm water or juice before adding them to the dough to prevent them from drying out the cookies.
8. Coconut: Shredded coconut, either sweetened or unsweetened, can add a tropical twist to your cookies. Mix it into the dough or sprinkle it on top before baking for added texture and flavor.

Remember, you can mix and match these add-ins based on your personal preferences or even create your own unique combinations. Don’t be afraid to get creative and experiment with flavors to make your chocolate chip cookies even more delicious.

Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies!

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