Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies that are perfect every time. Simple ingredients and foolproof method for the best homemade cookies.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Buttersoftened
- ¾ cup Granulated sugar
- ¾ cup Brown sugarpacked
- 2 Large eggsroom temperature
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Chocolate chipssemi-sweet
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream butter with both sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- 4
Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.
- 5
Gradually mix in flour mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- 6
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- 7
Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden but centers still look soft.
- 8
Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
💡 Pro Tips
Don't overbake - cookies will continue cooking on the hot baking sheet. For extra soft cookies, slightly underbake them. Store in airtight container for up to 1 week.