The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

5 from 1 vote

Whether it’s for a midday snack or a late-night treat, there’s nothing quite like biting into a warm, gooey, fresh-out-of-the-oven chocolate chip cookie

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Cookies, Cookies

Prep Time 8

Cook Time 12

Total Time 20

Servings People

Calories 148kcal

Equipment

1 Measuring spoons
1 Measuring cups
1 Spatula
1 Parchment Paper

Ingredients

1 cup (226g) Unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) Granulated sugar
1 cup (220g) Packed brown sugar
2 large Eggs
1 tsp Vanilla extract
3 cups (384g) All-purpose flour
1 tsp Baking soda
½ tsp Salt
2 cups (340g) Chocolate chips (Or chopped chocolate of your choice)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies.
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may still appear slightly under cooked, but they will firm up as the cookies cool.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Repeat with the remaining dough, and enjoy!

Notes

Tips for Perfecting Your Chocolate Chip Cookies

While the recipe itself is straightforward, here are a few tips to ensure your chocolate chip cookies turn out perfectly every time:

Use room temperature ingredients: Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before starting. This will help create a smooth and evenly mixed dough.
Chill the dough: If you have the time, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Chilled dough results in cookies with a chewier texture and better flavor.
Don’t overmix: Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Overmixing can lead to tough cookies.
Use parchment paper: Using parchment paper on your baking sheet prevents the cookies from sticking and ensures even baking.
Experiment with chocolate: While traditional chocolate chips work great, feel free to try different types of chocolate like dark chocolate, white chocolate, or even a combination of chocolates for a unique twist.

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