These Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat, offering a balance of chewy centers and crisp edges. Made with simple ingredients and straightforward techniques, they deliver a classic cookie experience that's both satisfying and nostalgic. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just craving a sweet snack, these cookies are sure to impress.
Full Recipe:
2⅔ cups (363g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon sea salt (adjust if using salted butter)
1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened but not shiny
1⅓ cups (266g) packed brown sugar
⅓ cup (67g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
2–3 cups (340–510g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks
Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer or stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat on low speed until just incorporated.
Combine with Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender cookies.
Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks using a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers appear set.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Calories: Approximately 183 kcal
Protein: 2.2 g
Fat: 9.5 g
Saturated Fat: 5.8 g
Carbohydrates: 25.3 g
Fiber: 0.7 g
Sugar: 17.2 g
Cholesterol: 31 mg
Sodium: 135 mg
Potassium: 92 mg
Calcium: 20 mg
Iron: 1.1 mg