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Easy Irresistible Dad’s Favorite Cookies Recipe Kids Can Make at Home

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A simple, forgiving cookie recipe perfect for kids to make at home, delivering soft, buttery cookies with melty chocolate chips and a touch of sea salt.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed (165 g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (340 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (45 g) oats
  • Optional: almond extract (replace 1 teaspoon vanilla)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and any optional mix-ins like nuts or oats.
  7. Drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets using a tablespoon or cookie scoop. Flatten slightly if desired.
  8. Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Start checking at 9 minutes.
  9. Immediately sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on each cookie if desired.
  10. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Use softened butter for best texture. Do not overmix dough after adding flour to avoid tough cookies. Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking. Start checking cookies at 9 minutes to avoid overbaking. Chill dough if too sticky or if cookies spread too much. Optional sea salt on top enhances flavor.

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