Description
Chocolate Chip Cookies are a timeless delight that brings joy to any occasion. These cookies boast a perfect balance of chewy texture and rich flavor, enhanced by gooey chocolate chips that melt in your mouth. With a straightforward recipe, you can whip up a batch in just minutes, making them ideal for cozy nights or festive gatherings. The combination of brown sugar and vanilla adds depth to their sweetness, ensuring everyone will come back for more. Follow this guide to create the best homemade chocolate chip cookies that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
5. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until incorporated.
6. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
7. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
8. Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
Notes
Chill your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent excess spreading.
Customize your cookies by adding nuts or dried fruits along with chocolate chips
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg