Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes | Servings: 18 cookies
Introduction
Chocolate chip cookies are a timeless favorite known for their soft centers, chewy texture, and rich chocolate flavor. This homemade version delivers bakery-style cookies with crisp edges and gooey chocolate chunks in every bite. Made with simple pantry ingredients like butter, sugar, and flour, these cookies are easy to prepare yet incredibly satisfying. The combination of brown sugar and butter creates a deep, caramel-like flavor that pairs perfectly with melted chocolate. Perfect for desserts, snacks, or sharing, these cookies are always a hit. For the best results, slightly underbake the cookies to keep them soft and chewy.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (280 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (2 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (3 g)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (170 g)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (150 g)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (10 ml)
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips or chunks (250 g)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl combine melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Add chocolate: Fold in chocolate chips or chunks evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape cookies: Scoop dough into balls and place on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
- Cool and serve: Let cookies cool for a few minutes before serving for the best texture.
FAQs
Q1: How do I make cookies extra chewy?
Use more brown sugar than white sugar and avoid overbaking.
Q2: Can I chill the dough?
Yes, chilling the dough for 30 minutes improves flavor and texture.
Q3: How do I store chocolate chip cookies?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.