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For the dough: Put the flour, baking soda, and salt into a bowl and stir it with a whisk to combine.
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Set aside.
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Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the butter until it is lighter in color.
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Slowly add in sugars and beat until it is light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs 1 at a time and beat until they are incorporated.
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Stir in the vanilla.
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Add the flour mixture using the low speed, then stir in the chocolate chips.
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Set aside.
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To form the cookies: Use 2 teaspoons of the dough and roll it into balls.
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Put the balls onto a cookie sheet.
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When they are all made, put them into the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.
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For the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
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Add the egg and half the seltzer and whisk well to combine.
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Add more seltzer as needed until the batter is thick and the consistency of heavy cream.
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To make the cookies: Heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer to 350 degrees F.
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Dip the chilled dough balls in the batter and carefully place them into the hot oil.
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Fry a few at a time, turning them over from time to time, until they are golden brown, about 3 minutes total.
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Drain on paper towels and serve while still warm.
