Description
Chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate comfort food, bringing together the rich flavors of brown sugar and butter with gooey chocolate chunks. This easy-to-follow recipe results in soft, chewy cookies with perfectly crispy edges that will delight everyone in your home. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or indulging in a sweet craving, these homemade treats not only warm your heart but also fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can whip up a delicious batch in no time. Customize them to your liking by adding nuts or experimenting with different types of chocolate for a personalized twist on this classic favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just mixed; fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, placing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown on the edges; cool on racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg