Valentines Day Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delightfully soft and chewy cookies bursting with rich chocolate flavor, perfect for sharing on Valentine's Day.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened Ensure at room temperature for easier mixing.
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs Can substitute with flaxseed meal or applesauce for a vegan option.
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour For gluten-free, use 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Can substitute with baking powder, 3 times the amount.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips Use a mix of dark, white, or peanut butter chips for variety.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients, ensuring the butter is at room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract and then add the eggs one at a time.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed in the dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, ensuring there's space between each.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 9 to 11 minutes until the edges are golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to keep fresh. Cookies can last up to a week at room temperature.