Learn how to make the best classic chocolate chip cookies with this easy recipe! These cookies have a soft and chewy center with crisp edges, and are loaded with gooey chocolate chips. Perfect for any occasion or for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may still appear slightly undercooked, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delicious chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or share them with friends and family!
