Chocolate chips are everywhere this Aug. 4 as the country celebrates its favorite cookie, a classic that continues to evolve with each batch. While commercial counters stay busy on National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, home bakers are experimenting with fresh ingredients and techniques. This constant reinvention solidifies the cookie’s status as a nostalgic favorite and a canvas for new ideas.
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