Chocolate Chunk Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 3/4 cup granulated sugar

• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed

• 1 large egg

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks (or chocolate chips)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

6. Fold in the chocolate chunks until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 2: Shape and Bake

1. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.

3. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 3: Serve

• Enjoy your delicious chocolate chunk cookies warm or at room temperature!

Tips

• For a chewier cookie, chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before baking.

• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Happy baking!