Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
This classic recipe for chocolate chip cookies balances the right amount of sweetness with rich, melty chocolate for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 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 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Mix in the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden but the center is still soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough for thicker cookies and use quality chocolate for the best flavor.