Chocolate Chip Cookies
These classic chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with delicious chocolate chunks, perfect for any cookie lover.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed Light or dark brown sugar can be used.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Room temperature is best.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for better flavor.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for better texture.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust based on saltiness of butter.
- 2 cups chocolate chips Semi-sweet or milk chocolate can be used.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For softer cookies, do not overbake. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness. You can add nuts or oats for extra texture.