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The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Classic soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies with a tender crumb and plenty of chocolate chips.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 48 cookies

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups bread flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup butter-flavored Crisco shortening
  • 3/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the bread flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined; set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer (or using a hand mixer), beat the butter-flavored shortening, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract until incorporated.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the mixer on low speed, mixing just until combined and no dry streaks remain.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed through the dough.
  • Using a medium cookie scoop, portion dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops are slightly golden brown.
  • Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Equipment

  • stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheets (cookie sheets)
  • Parchment Paper
  • medium cookie scoop
  • wire cooling rack

Notes

  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  • Measure flour by spooning into the cup and leveling for best results.
  • Do not overmix once the flour is added.