Nothing beats the comforting, classic taste of a warm, freshly baked Chocolate Chip Cookie. These cookies have the perfect balance of crispy edges and a soft, chewy center, packed with gooey chocolate chips in every bite. Whether you enjoy them with a glass of milk or as a sweet treat after dinner, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Cream the Butter & Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add Eggs & Vanilla:
- Mix in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix the Dough:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
- Scoop & Bake:
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.
- Cool & Enjoy:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Tips for the Best Cookies:
- For extra chewiness, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- For gooier cookies, slightly underbake them and let them finish setting on the baking sheet.
- For bakery-style cookies, use a mix of chocolate chips and chocolate chunks for different textures.
These Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate homemade treat—soft, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate in every bite! 🍪🍫