Chocolate Chip Cookies
Deliciously soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies with a crispy outer shell, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature Ensure the butter is at room temperature for best results.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Chips
- 2 cups semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips Variations can include different types of chocolate chips.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, light-brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Serve cookies warm for a gooey texture with cold milk. Consider variations like nuts, different chocolates, or seasonings for a unique twist.