Description
This classic chocolate chip cookie recipe yields irresistibly soft and chewy cookies packed with melty chocolate chips. Perfectly sweet with a touch of vanilla, these homemade cookies are ideal for satisfying any sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 medium eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 2 cups chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Make the cookie dough: Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the melted butter and sugars together on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce the speed to low and add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients in parts, mixing just until combined. Use a spatula to fold in the chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough: To prevent excessive spreading, chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Shape and bake: Drop spoonfuls of dough (about 2-3 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven, allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use melted butter instead of softened to ensure proper dough consistency.
- Chilling the dough helps improve the texture and prevents spreading during baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. Adding a slice of bread keeps them soft.
- For longer storage, freeze the cookies wrapped tightly for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven before serving for fresh-like taste.
- Adjust baking time for softer or crunchier cookies as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30 grams)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
