Neighbor Judy’s Chocolate Chip Cookies

Here’s a warm, classic recipe inspired by Neighbor Judy’s Chocolate Chip Cookies — soft, chewy, and irresistibly chocolaty.

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🍪 Neighbor Judy’s Chocolate Chip Cookies

🛒 Ingredients (Makes ~24 cookies)

• 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar

• ¾ cup (165 g) packed brown sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 ¼ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 cups (340 g) semisweet chocolate chips

Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

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🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat oven

   • 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Cream butter and sugars

   • In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

3. Add eggs and vanilla

   • Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.

4. Combine dry ingredients

   • In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.

   • Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.

5. Add chocolate chips (and nuts)

   • Fold in chocolate chips. Nuts are optional.

6. Scoop and bake

   • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing ~2 inches apart.

   • Bake 9–11 minutes until edges are golden but centers still soft.

7. Cool and enjoy

   • Let cookies rest on the sheet 2–3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

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🌟 Tips for Judy-Style Cookies

• Chewy texture: Don’t overbake; remove when centers look slightly underdone.

• Extra flavor: Sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top before baking.

• Soft & thick: Chill dough for 30–60 minutes before baking.

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If you want, I can also give a quick microwave-friendly version that tastes almost identical — perfect for a last-minute cookie craving.