Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful warmth and nostalgia of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, featuring a gooey center and crisp edges.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Mixture
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
For the Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Chocolate
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them apart.
Baking
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
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Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid over-mixing the dough. If desired, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.