The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Ever
This is the ultimate chocolate chip cookie recipe, perfect for anyone who loves rich, gooey, and chewy cookies with the perfect balance of sweetness and a slight crunch on the edges. Using high-quality ingredients, these cookies will quickly become your go-to treat. Whether you are baking for a special occasion or just craving a delicious snack, this classic chocolate chip cookie recipe is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips (and nuts, if using).
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, you can chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Don’t overbake the cookies; they’ll continue to cook slightly as they cool on the baking sheet.
- You can use milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips for a different flavor.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
