Aldi Chocolate Chip Cookies

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Total Time: 25-27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Mix in the vanilla extract.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
   • Stir in the chocolate chips.
5. Shape the Cookies:
   • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake:
   • Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges but still soft in the center.
   • Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips

• Softened Butter: Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
• Chilling the Dough: For thicker cookies, you can chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.
• Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Enjoy your homemade Aldi-inspired chocolate chip cookies!