chocolate chip cookies recipe
This classic chocolate chip cookie recipe yields delicious, soft, and chewy cookies that are perfect for any occasion. Enjoy warm straight from the oven or stored for later.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowls
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 cookie scoop or spoon
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still appear soft.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a variation, you can add nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, along with the chocolate chips.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
If you prefer crispy cookies, simply bake them a minute or two longer.