Bake the ultimate chocolate chip cookies with crispy edges and a soft, chewy center. This recipe delivers America’s favorite cookie, perfect for any occasion.
Author:Carla Davis
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:10 min
Total Time:25 min
Yield:3 dozen cookies 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
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 vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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 rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For chewier cookies, use more brown sugar than granulated sugar.
Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes can help prevent spreading and enhance flavor.
You can substitute half of the semi-sweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips for a different flavor profile.