These melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chip cookies are a true baking classic. This recipe provides a simple and delicious way to create these timeless treats in your own kitchen.
Here’s a recipe for classic and delicious chocolate chip cookies:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips (or your favorite chocolate)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a rubber spatula.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers should still be slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them.
- For crispier cookies, bake for a minute or two longer.
- Use a variety of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or white chocolate.
- Add chopped nuts, dried fruit, or other mix-ins to your liking.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
- Let the baked cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies!