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Easy Pantry-Only Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

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A quick and easy recipe for chewy, soft chocolate chip cookies made entirely from pantry staples, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without extra trips to the store.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet preferred)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, stir melted and slightly cooled butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes by hand.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and mix until fully combined and glossy.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until no flour streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Optional: Cover the dough and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to improve texture and flavor.
  8. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded mounds about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft.
  10. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough for 15-30 minutes is optional but recommended to prevent spreading and improve flavor. Use melted butter cooled to avoid cooking the egg. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain softness.

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