Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Crispy on the edges and chewy in the center, these Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies are loaded with melty chocolate chips, making them the ultimate comfort food.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature for better mixing
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Use quality chocolate for better flavor
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in each egg one at a time until fully incorporated, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better texture. Chill the dough for 30 minutes if your kitchen is warm, and underbake slightly to keep cookies chewy.