Crispy and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies 

These cookies are the epitome of the perfect chocolate chip cookie crisp golden edges with soft, chewy centers. Developed through over 20 test batches, this recipe has garnered over 1,200 positive reviews and is a favorite among home bakers. The combination of light brown and white sugars, along with the right balance of dry ingredients, ensures a delightful texture that has become a staple in many households. 

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

• 1 cup packed light brown sugar

• 1 cup white sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

• Flaked sea salt, for sprinkling on top (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

2. Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt. Set aside.

3. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, light brown sugar, and white sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

4. Add eggs and vanilla: Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

6. Fold in chocolate chips: Using a spatula or spoon, fold in the semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

7. Scoop dough: Scoop heaping tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are still soft.

9. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

10. Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of flaked sea salt on top of each cookie while they are still warm for an added flavor boost.

Nutritional Information (per cookie)

• Calories: 253 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 49g

• Protein: 4g

• Fat: 8g

  • Saturated Fat: 4g

• Cholesterol: 16mg

• Sodium: 426mg

• Potassium: 115mg

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 24g

• Vitamin A: 27 IU

• Calcium: 21mg

• Iron: 2mg