Chocolate Chip Butter Cookies

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Servings: 64 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, buttery shortbread cookies loaded with melty chocolate chunks
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Chocolate Chip Butter Cookies

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 64 Calories: 704.8

Description

These Chocolate Chip Butter Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, combining the crisp, melt-in-your-mouth texture of classic shortbread with the gooey richness of semi-sweet chocolate. Made with a simple pantry staple base of butter, flour, and powdered sugar, they offer a sophisticated yet approachable flavor profile that appeals to all ages. The cookies are tender and crumbly, perfect for pairing with a hot cup of coffee or afternoon tea. They are an ideal choice for holiday baking, potlucks, or simply satisfying a sweet craving on a rainy day. Easy to prepare without a mixer, these cookies yield a generous batch that stores well in an airtight container, making them a reliable favorite for any occasion.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 2 cups of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the salt and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the flour to the bowl, mixing until a soft dough forms and no dry flour remains.
  5. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate pieces, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. Pinch off small portions of the dough and roll them into 1-inch balls with your hands.
  7. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Flatten each ball slightly by pressing down with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are just barely golden.
  10. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with additional powdered sugar while still hot.
  11. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 64

Amount Per Serving
Calories 704.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 78.3g121%
Saturated Fat 25.0g125%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1163.4mg49%
Total Carbohydrate 1.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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