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Chewy Cookie Base

Chewy cookie base - the image shows a baking tray with six freshly baked cookies on it. the cookies are round and golden brown in color, with a crumbly texture on top. they are arranged in a row on the tray, with some overlapping each other. the tray is covered in a light dusting of powdered sugar, indicating that the cookies have been freshly baked. the background is dark, making the cookies stand out even more.

A versatile chewy cookie base recipe perfect for creating a variety of delicious cookies with a soft and tender texture.

Ingredients

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1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 cup (200 grams) packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition to fully incorporate.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.