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Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack

Chocolate Chip Cookies

A classic recipe for delicious chocolate chip cookies that are crispy on the edges and chewy in the center. Perfect for any occasion and easy to make in just three simple steps.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
  • 2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large bowl
  • Electric mixer (optional)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  2. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft.
  3. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra chewy cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. You can also add nuts like walnuts or pecans for a different texture.