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These cookies are legendary for a reason—packed with rich brown sugar flavor, melty chocolate chips, and a perfectly soft-yet-chewy texture. No white sugar needed!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Brown sugar magic – Deep caramel notes + extra chewiness
No chilling needed – Ready to bake in 10 minutes
Thick & soft – Doesn’t spread thin
Simple ingredients – Just pantry staples
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened (or unsalted + ¼ tsp extra salt)
- 2 cups (440g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1 (12 oz) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
(Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cream Butter & Sugar
- Beat butter and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy (~3 mins).
2. Add Wet Ingredients
- Mix in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Fold in Chocolate Chips
- Stir in chocolate chips (and nuts, if using) by hand.
5. Bake
- Drop 1-tbsp balls onto parchment-lined sheets (or scoop for uniformity).
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-9 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly underdone.
- Let cool 5 minutes on sheets (they’ll firm up).
Pro Tips
Butter temp is key: Softened but cool (~65°F). Should dent when pressed.
For thicker cookies: Roll dough into tall balls (don’t flatten).
Storage: Keep in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain softness.
Variations
- Brown butter: Brown the butter first for a nutty depth.
- Sea salt sprinkle: Add flaky salt post-bake for contrast.
- Milk chocolate: Swap semi-sweet chips for milk chocolate.
FAQ
Can I use dark brown sugar?
Yes, but cookies will be denser with stronger molasses flavor.
Why no baking powder?
Baking soda alone gives the ideal chew without puffiness.
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes! Freeze scooped balls for 3 months; bake from frozen (+1 min).
Final Thoughts
These cookies are simple, nostalgic, and utterly addictive—just like the ones your neighbor used to share. Perfect with a cold glass of milk!
Yield: ~36 cookies
Warning: You might need to hide a few for yourself.
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Neighbor’s Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies
Description
These cookies are legendary for a reason—packed with rich brown sugar flavor, melty chocolate chips, and a perfectly soft-yet-chewy texture. No white sugar needed!
Ingredients
-
½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened (or unsalted + ¼ tsp extra salt)
-
2 cups (440g) packed light brown sugar
-
2 large eggs
-
1½ tsp vanilla extract
-
2½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
-
1 tsp baking soda
-
½ tsp sea salt
-
1 (12 oz) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
(Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch!)
Instructions
1. Cream Butter & Sugar
-
Beat butter and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy (~3 mins).
2. Add Wet Ingredients
-
Mix in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
-
Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
-
Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Fold in Chocolate Chips
-
Stir in chocolate chips (and nuts, if using) by hand.
5. Bake
-
Drop 1-tbsp balls onto parchment-lined sheets (or scoop for uniformity).
-
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-9 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly underdone.
-
Let cool 5 minutes on sheets (they’ll firm up).
