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Perfectly Soft School Cafeteria Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies capture the nostalgic taste of school cafeteria treats with simple ingredients and an easy method. Perfect for any occasion, they deliver a melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich chocolate flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (165 grams) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (340 grams) semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until blended. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until fluffy and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers still look soft and slightly underbaked.
  10. Let cookies rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential for soft, thick cookies and to prevent spreading. Use room temperature eggs and butter for better texture. Measure flour correctly by fluffing, spooning, and leveling. Remove cookies when edges are golden but centers still look slightly underbaked to keep them soft. Rotate baking trays halfway through baking for even color.

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