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Cozy Subway Cookies Copycat Recipe Easy Soft Chewy Treats

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A soft and chewy cookie recipe inspired by Subway cookies, featuring a perfect balance of sweetness and texture with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250 grams) brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (270 grams) chocolate chips, semi-sweet or milk chocolate
  • Optional mix-ins: chopped nuts, white chocolate chips, or dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 ¼ cups packed brown sugar, and ½ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in 1 ½ cups chocolate chips and any optional mix-ins evenly.
  7. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours to prevent spreading.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Slightly flatten tops if desired.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Avoid overbaking.
  10. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading and enhance flavor. Avoid overmixing the flour to keep cookies tender. Pull cookies out when edges are golden but centers still look slightly underdone for soft, chewy texture. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking for even browning. Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies.

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