Ultimate Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup vegetable shortening
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Ensure the oven rack is in the middle position for even baking.

2. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until evenly mixed. Set aside.

4. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, vegetable shortening, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

5. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and water, and continue to beat until well combined.

6. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.

7. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold in the semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

8. Portion Dough: Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded tablespoon-sized dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

9. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even cooking.

10. Cool Cookies: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

Chocolate chip cookies, Chewy cookies, Dessert, Baking, Homemade cookies, Sweet treat, Chocolate, Cookie recipe, Oven baked, Family-favorite

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 2,560 calories

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