Description
Indulge in the classic, chewy goodness of homemade chocolate chip cookies with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips or chunks (semi-sweet or mix)
- Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla, being careful not to overmix.
- Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in two additions, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in Chocolate: Gently stir in the chocolate chips or chunks, reserving some to press on top of the dough.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl and chill for 30–45 minutes to enhance flavor and prevent overspreading.
- Scoop: Portion the dough onto the prepared sheets using a 2-tablespoon scoop, spacing the balls 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake one sheet at a time for 10–12 minutes until set at the edges and lightly golden.
- Finish and Cool: Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired, then let cool on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg