
There’s nothing like a warm, chewy chocolate chip cookie straight out of the oven! These Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, gooey, and packed with melted chocolate chips in every bite. This recipe guarantees the perfect balance of crisp edges and a soft center—truly the ultimate chocolate chip cookie!
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
✔ Perfect Texture – Chewy on the inside, crisp on the outside.
✔ Rich Chocolate Flavor – A generous amount of chocolate chips in every bite.
✔ Easy to Make – No fancy equipment, just simple ingredients and a few steps!
✔ Classic Recipe – The classic chocolate chip cookie you’ve always dreamed of!
Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookies)
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
How to Make the Best Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
Step 1: Prepare Dry Ingredients
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract and beat until combined.
Step 3: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can affect the cookie texture.
Step 4: Add the Chocolate Chips
- Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 5: Scoop and Shape the Dough
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Space the cookies about 2 inches apart. For extra-large cookies, you can scoop a larger portion of dough.
Step 6: Bake the Cookies
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. If you want slightly chewier cookies, take them out at the 9-minute mark.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies
🍪 Chill the Dough – If you have time, refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour before baking. This helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much and results in a thicker cookie.
🍫 Use High-Quality Chocolate Chips – The better the chocolate, the better the cookies will taste! Consider using premium chocolate or chopped chocolate bars.
🔥 Don’t Over-Bake – The cookies will continue to cook on the baking sheet after you remove them from the oven, so take them out when they are slightly underdone for the best chewy texture.
🥄 Use a Cookie Scoop – For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop to measure out the dough.
Storage & Make-Ahead
📦 Storage: Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
🧊 Freezing Cookie Dough: You can freeze the cookie dough for up to 3 months. Scoop the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet to freeze, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the baking time.
🍪 Freezing Baked Cookies: Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 months in the freezer. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
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