Are you ready to discover the most mouth-watering chocolate chip cookie recipe that will have everyone begging for more? Lauraine's Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are not just another cookie recipe – they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that transforms simple ingredients into a dessert masterpiece. With the perfect balance of crispy edges and gooey centers, these cookies are about to become your new go-to treat that will make you the star baker in your family and among friends!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 18 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This allows the cookies to bake evenly and achieve that perfect chewy texture.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the two large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This helps to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt 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 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 lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will continue to set as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Lauraine's Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- • 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 • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, more flavorful cookies • Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking • Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after baking to help them set • Store in an airtight container to maintain their incredible chewy texture • For extra indulgence, try using a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 10mg
