These chewy chocolate chip cookies are a classic favorite for all ages. With a perfect balance of sweetness and chewiness, they are sure to satisfy any cookie lover's cravings. Follow this easy recipe to create the most delicious homemade cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well
- Stir in the chocolate chips
- Drop by large spoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely
Interesting Facts
Chewy chocolate chip cookies are a classic American treat enjoyed by millions
Adding a touch of salt to the dough enhances the flavor of the chocolate
The secret to chewy cookies is slightly underbaking them for a soft texture