Description
Warm, chewy, and packed with chocolate chips, these classic cookies are a timeless favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or your favorite)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
- Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them.
- For crispier cookies, bake them a minute or two longer.
- You can substitute different types of chocolate chips, such as milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For best results, use room temperature butter and eggs.
- Optional: Sprinkle with sea salt after baking for a salty-sweet flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9-11 minutes