Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually incorporate this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden.
Notes
- Chill your dough for at least one hour before baking for better texture.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Let cookies cool on a wire rack after baking for optimal firmness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg