Description
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate comfort food, bringing together a soft, gooey center and slightly crisp edges. This classic recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delightful treat that evokes warm memories. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and rich chocolate flavor, making them ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo with a glass of milk. Quick and easy to prepare, these cookies can be customized by adding nuts or different types of chocolate chips, ensuring every batch is uniquely yours. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, you can fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cookies. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, this recipe guarantees cookie perfection that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop mounds of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
Notes
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Substitute half of the chocolate chips with nuts for added texture.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg