Valentine’s Day Chocolate Cookies (Printable Version)
Soft, chocolate chip cookies baked to golden perfection, ideal for sharing on Valentine’s Day.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups white sugar
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
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2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
# Steps to Cook:
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Set the oven to 375°F.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
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Using a mixer, cream softened unsalted butter with white and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time and then vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
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Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, blending until just combined.
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Gently fold the chocolate chips into the dough to distribute evenly.
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Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them adequately.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
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Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Chilling the dough for 30 minutes enhances thickness and texture. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. For a festive presentation, use heart-shaped cookie cutters.