Soft & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

📝 Ingredients:

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

• ¾ cup (165g) packed brown sugar

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 large eggs

• 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 2 cups (340g) chocolate chips

• 1 cup (100g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

2. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

3. Add 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.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

6. Fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts if using).

7. Scoop the dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop and place dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets. Leave some space between each cookie as they will spread while baking.

8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden, but the centers are still soft.

9. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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