Chocolate-Chip Cookies
Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked chocolate-chip cookies wafting through your home. This classic recipe delivers soft, chewy cookies loaded with gooey chocolate chips, perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike.
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup 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 semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Separate bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
- Wire rack
Notes
For an extra indulgent treat, try incorporating chopped nuts or using a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips. Chill your dough for at least 30 minutes if you want thicker, chewier cookies.