5 Steps to the Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
This chocolate chip cookie recipe is a classic treat with soft, chewy centers and gooey chocolate in every bite. Perfect for dessert or an anytime snack, these cookies are easy to make and guaranteed to please.
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop dough onto the baking sheets using a cookie scoop, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly underbaked.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use room-temperature butter and chill the dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies. Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
