Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, chewy, and filled with melty chocolate, these homemade chocolate chip cookies are perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly dispersed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between cookies.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Ensure butter and eggs are room temperature for best results. Cookies can be customized with nuts or different types of chocolate.