Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Servings
servings
4
Prep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
300
kcalThese classic chocolate chip cookies are a timeless favorite, featuring a perfect balance of crispy edges and chewy centers. Packed with rich, melty semisweet chocolate chips, these cookies are easy to make and impossible to resist. Ideal for any occasion, they bring a comforting taste of home with every bite.
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your classic chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or as a sweet treat any time of day!
Notes
- Butter: Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
Sugar: A mix of granulated and brown sugar provides the right balance of sweetness and chewiness.
Vanilla Extract: Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
Baking: For softer cookies, bake for the lower end of the time range; for crispier cookies, bake a bit longer.
Add-ins: Feel free to add nuts, different types of chocolate chips, or even a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a gourmet touch.
Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze the dough for up to three months to have fresh cookies anytime.