chocolate chip cookies
Bake the perfect chocolate chip cookies with this easy recipe! Soft, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate chips for an irresistible homemade treat.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour: This forms the base of your cookie dough giving it structure.
- Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness; allows cookies to be crispy.
- Brown Sugar: This provides moisture and chewiness thanks to its molasses content.
- Unsalted Butter: Using room temperature butter ensures proper creaming with the sugars leading to a fluffy dough.
- Eggs: They bind ingredients and add richness.
- Baking Soda: This leavening agent helps the cookies rise and gives them a soft texture.
- Vanilla Extract: A splash of vanilla enhances the flavor profile of your cookies.
- Chocolate Chips: The star of the show! Semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips work wonderfully.
Optional Add-ins
- Nuts: Chopped walnuts or pecans lend a nice crunch to it.
- Sea Salt: A sprinkle on top before baking elevates the flavor.
- Oats: For a heartier cookie you can add rolled oats for extra texture.
- Alternative Sweeteners: If you're looking for a healthier option consider coconut sugar or honey as substitutes.
Instructions
Preheat & Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Make the Dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
Bake the Cookies:
- Drop spoonfuls of dough (about 1.5 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the center is still soft.
Cool & Serve:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.