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Feature: Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies – Just 5 Ingredients!

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It surprises many people to know that you don’t absolutely need to add vanilla, salt, baking powder – or for that matter, baking soda – to the cookie dough in order to make great chocolate chip cookies.

Two cups of chocolate chips may seem like a lot for a simple chocolate chip cookie recipe, but no one says this version should taste simple. Wait until you bite into the result.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 10-12 minutes
Makes about 2-3 dozen cookies

Get the full recipe for Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies . Plus be sure to check out our Chocolate Chip Cookies Pinterest board for more chocolate chip cookie inspiration.

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