Imagine biting into a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie that instantly transports you back to your grandmother's kitchen, where love was baked into every single bite. These "Nana's Chocolate Chip Kisses" aren't just cookies - they're edible memories that promise to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. With a perfect balance of crispy edges and soft, decadent centers loaded with rich chocolate chips, this recipe is about to become your new family favorite that will have everyone begging for more!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies bake evenly and achieve a perfect texture.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This helps to evenly distribute the baking soda and salt throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Fold in the 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown but the centers still look soft. They will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Nana's Chocolate Chip Kisses with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- • Use room temperature butter and eggs for smoother, more evenly mixed dough • Don't overmix the batter - this can make cookies tough and dense • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, chewier cookies • Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking • Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after baking to set their structure • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days • For extra indulgence, sprinkle sea salt on top right after baking
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
