Nut Free Chocolate Chip Cookies (Print Version)

Soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies without nuts. Perfect for allergy-friendly snacking with classic chocolate chip flavor.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tsp baking soda
03 - 1/2 tsp salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

09 - 2 cups nut-free semi-sweet chocolate chips

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Stir in the chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers still look slightly soft.
09 - Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These stay soft for days thanks to the brown sugar butter combo
  • Everyone can safely enjoy them without missing out on classic chocolate chip flavor
02 -
  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes prevents spreading too thin and intensifies the chewiness
  • Read every chocolate chip label carefully since manufacturing lines vary by brand
03 -
  • Underbake by 1 minute if you love that gooey just baked center
  • Weigh your flour instead of scooping directly for consistent results every time