Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic chocolate chip cookies with crispy edges and soft, chewy centers, perfect for sharing or enjoying at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) 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 375°F (190°C).
- Mix together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
- Blend the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.
- Cool for 5 minutes on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for smoother dough. Don’t overbake for softer cookies.