Description

These cookies are crisp on the edges and irresistibly soft and chewy in the center, making them a nostalgic comfort food that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
In a medium bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt together.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix—it can make the cookies tough.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a rubber spatula.
For best results, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes. (This step is optional but highly recommended for thicker cookies!)
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look slightly underdone. Don’t overbake—they’ll firm up as they cool!
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

[‘Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and the best texture.’, ‘Chill the dough for thicker cookies and enhanced flavor.’, ‘Don’t overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.’, ‘Slightly underbake the cookies for a perfect chewy texture.’, ‘Customize with nuts, white chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of sea salt.’]

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 200
Sugar: 18
Sodium: 120
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 27
Fiber: 1
Protein: 2

Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, chewy cookies, beginner recipe, dessert, baking