Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

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We named this recipe “Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies,” because it’s got everything a cookie connoisseur could possibly ask for. With a texture that is slightly crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, it’s a favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe that’s been top-rated by hundreds of satisfied home cooks.

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

3/4 cup packed brown sugar

1 egg

1 teaspoon vanilla

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

1 cup coarsely chopped nuts, if desired

Instructions

Step 1

Heat oven to 375°F.

Step 2

In small bowl, mix flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.

Step 3

In large bowl, beat softened butter and sugars with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon about 1 minute or until fluffy, scraping side of bowl occasionally.

Step 4

Beat in egg and vanilla until smooth.

Step 5

Slowly stir in flour mixture just until blended (dough will be stiff).

Step 6

Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.

Step 7

Onto ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light brown (centers will be soft). Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Store covered in airtight container.