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Chocolate Chunk Cookies Recipe

Chocolate Chunk Cookies Recipe


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4.6 from 26 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these classic Chocolate Chunk Cookies that are chewy, rich, and packed with chunks of chocolate. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings!


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-Ins:

  • 2 cups semisweet or dark chocolate chunks
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  5. Combine and Fold: Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, then fold in chocolate chunks and nuts if using.
  6. Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 9-11 minutes until golden.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra gooey cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg