Get ready to experience the most mouthwatering, perfectly crisp yet chewy chocolate chip cookies you've ever tasted! Andi's legendary recipe is about to transform your baking game and become the star of every gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a complete novice, these cookies are so simple to make that you'll wonder why you haven't been baking them your entire life. Prepare to become the cookie hero in your family and create memories that melt faster than these delectable treats!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the cookies bake evenly and achieve a nice golden color.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat the mixture until it is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix well after each addition. Then, add the 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and continue mixing until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This will help distribute the leavening agent and salt evenly throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Fold in the 2 cups of chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon. Make sure the chocolate chips are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set but still soft.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes. This allows them to firm up before transferring them to wire racks.
- After cooling on the baking sheets, transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious Andi's Chocolate Chip Cookies!
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted. Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly and create a better texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your dough just until ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense cookies instead of soft, tender ones.
- Chill for Extra Flavor: For even more depth, consider chilling your dough for 30 minutes before baking. This helps develop richer flavors and prevents excessive spreading.
- Use Quality Chocolate: Invest in good chocolate chips. The better the chocolate, the more delicious your cookies will be.
- Consistent Size: Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies that bake evenly. This ensures each cookie looks professional and cooks perfectly.
- Watch Baking Time Closely: Every oven is slightly different. Start checking your cookies at 9 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Cool Properly: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring. This helps them set and prevents breaking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
