Description
Golden, crunchy edges meet soft, melty chocolate centers in these irresistible chocolate chip cookies, perfect for snacking, gifting, or pairing with a glass of milk
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour: 2 1/4 cups, provides structure and chewiness
- Baking Soda: 1 teaspoon, ensures proper rise and texture
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon, enhances flavor
- Unsalted Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks), softened, creates rich flavor and crisp edges
- Granulated Sugar: 3/4 cup, contributes sweetness and crisp texture
- Brown Sugar: 3/4 cup packed, adds moisture and caramel notes
- Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons, enriches the overall flavor
- Eggs: 2 large, bind the ingredients and provide moisture
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: 2 cups, creates gooey pockets of chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Cream butter and sugars in another bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Gradually mix in dry ingredients and fold in chocolate chips
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ensure baking sheets are flat and parchment is secure
- Assemble the Dish: Scoop dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, spacing 2 inches apart
- Cook to Perfection: Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly soft
- Finishing Touches: Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to cooling rack
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy warm or store for later indulgence
Notes
- Chill dough for thicker cookies
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for best flavor
- Do not overbake to maintain soft centers
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg