Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic chocolate chip cookies with a perfect balance of crisp edges and chewy centers, ideal for any sweet craving or snack time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (165g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups (340g) semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; gradually blend into the butter mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are nicely browned.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For extra softness, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking or add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking to enhance flavor.