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It’s hard not to smile when you’re eating a chocolate chip cookie. Whether you like them thick and chewy, thin and crispy, or soft and gooey in the middle, there’s something here for everyone.

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This collection of 12 chocolate chip cookie recipes includes everything from the classics to fun twists, gluten-free options, and even a cookie you can make in a mug when you just want something sweet without baking a whole batch. Whatever kind of chocolate chip cookie you’re craving, you’re sure to find a favorite (or two!).

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Chocolate Chip Cookies
Sometimes you just want a really good, classic chocolate chip cookie. This recipe starts with the famous Nestlé Toll House version, with a few simple tweaks that make the cookies even better.
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Secret Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookies
Secret Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookies
You'd never guess what goes into these chocolate chip cookies! Two unexpected ingredients give them a delicious twist, and chances are, no one will be able to figure out what they are.
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chocolate chunk cookies stacked on plate
Chocolate Chunk Cookies
There's something extra satisfying about biting into a cookie with big, melty pools of chocolate. Made with chopped chocolate instead of regular chips, these cookies are a chocolate lover's dream.
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Double Chocolate Chip Cookies with Pecans
These cookies have a little bit of everything: rich chocolate flavor, gooey centers, chewy edges, and crunchy pecans. They're especially good when they're still a little warm from the oven.
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Gluten free chocolate chip cookies cooling on a wire rack.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
No one will guess these chocolate chip cookies are gluten-free. They have all the buttery flavor and chewy texture you'd expect from a classic cookie, without a bit of wheat flour.
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Chocolate chip cookie in a mug, missing a scoop.
Chocolate Chip Cookie In A Mug
Craving a warm chocolate chip cookie but don't want to bake a whole batch? This single-serving mug cookie comes together in minutes in the microwave, with no oven or cookie sheet required.
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Stacks of thin and crisp chocolate chip cookies on a plate.
Tate’s Copycat Thin & Crisp Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you're a fan of Tate's Bake Shop cookies, you'll love this homemade version. They're thin, buttery, and wonderfully crisp, with plenty of chocolate chips in every bite. Perfect for anyone who likes a cookie with a little crunch.
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Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies
Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies
Light as air and packed with chocolate chips, these meringue cookies have a delicate, crisp shell and a soft, marshmallowy center. They're naturally gluten-free and a fun change from traditional chocolate chip cookies.
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Levain Chocolate Chip Cookies (Copycat Recipe)
You don't have to travel to New York City to enjoy the famous Levain Bakery cookies. This homemade version delivers the same oversized cookies, with thick, golden exteriors and soft, gooey centers loaded with chocolate.
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chocolate chip oatmeal cookies on plate with glass of milk
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Can't decide between oatmeal cookies and chocolate chip cookies? These give you the best of both. Old-fashioned oats add a hearty, chewy texture, while plenty of chocolate chips make them feel like a treat.
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Edible Cookie Dough
Let's face it, sometimes the cookie dough is the best part! This edible version is made for sneaking straight from the bowl, so you can enjoy every chocolate-studded spoonful without worrying about raw eggs or uncooked flour.
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tahini chocolate chip cookies cooling on rack
Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies
Don't let the tahini throw you! Made from ground sesame seeds, it gives these chocolate chip cookies a rich, nutty flavor with just a hint of savoriness. It's a small twist that makes a surprisingly big difference.
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