Get ready to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will transform your kitchen into a heavenly bakery! These classic American chocolate chip cookies are more than just a treat - they're a nostalgic experience that brings warmth, comfort, and pure joy in every single bite. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this foolproof recipe will have you creating bakery-worthy cookies that will have everyone begging for more.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
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 vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the cookies bake evenly and achieve a perfect texture.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda. This will help to evenly distribute the baking soda throughout the flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter (at room temperature), 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of packed brown sugar. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. This will help to incorporate the eggs fully into the mixture.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Fold in 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the 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.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. The cookies will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Always use room temperature butter and eggs for the smoothest, most consistent dough.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- For extra-rich flavor, try using a mix of chocolate chips like semi-sweet and milk chocolate.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain their soft, chewy texture.
- For a gourmet touch, sprinkle a little sea salt on top of the cookies right after baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
