The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Soft, chewy, and loaded with gooey chocolate chips—this is the ultimate chocolate chip cookie recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop the Dough
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough (or use a cookie scoop) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set but still soft.
- Cool
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Perfect Cookies:
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, chewier cookies.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips or a mix of chips and chunks for more chocolate flavor.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before baking for a gourmet touch.
These cookies are perfect for dunking in milk or enjoying fresh out of the oven. They truly are the best chocolate chip cookies! 🍪✨