Best Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies 

These homemade chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate treat soft, chewy, and packed with rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a cozy night in, this recipe is quick to whip up and sure to please both kids and adults alike.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• ¾ cup salted butter, softened

• ½ cup brown sugar

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 cup chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

2. Cream Butter and Sugars
   In a stand mixer or using an electric hand mixer, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Add Egg and Vanilla
   Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Mix until well combined.

4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients
   Gradually add the all purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.

5. Fold in Chocolate Chips
   Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

6. Scoop Dough onto Baking Sheet
   Using a #40 cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7. Bake
   Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are slightly underbaked.

8. Cool
   Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information (Per Cookie)

• Calories: 150 kcal

• Sugar: 10g

• Sodium: 120mg

• Fat: 7g

  • Saturated Fat: 4g

  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g

  • Trans Fat: 0g

• Carbohydrates: 20g

  • Fiber: <1g

• Protein: 2g

• Cholesterol: 15mg