Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies have crisp edges, chewy centers, and plenty of chocolate in every bite. The dough comes together in one bowl without a mixer, and a short rest in the refrigerator improves both flavor and texture. Baking takes about 11 minutes per sheet, with a total active time of roughly 25 minutes.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Electric Mixer
- Mixing Bowl
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips preferably high-quality
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Notes
- For softer cookies, avoid overbaking and allow them to sit on the hot baking sheet for a couple of minutes.
- Try adding a touch of sea salt on top before baking for a gourmet twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 154mgPotassium: 122mgFiber: 2gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 266IUCalcium: 24mgIron: 2mg
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