Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with melty chocolate chips. Perfect for any occasion, they’re simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. You’ll love the balance of sweet dough and a hint of sea salt on top.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Sea salt, to taste, for sprinkling on top (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy—about 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Step 5: Gently fold in the chocolate chips, being careful not to overmix.
6. Step 6: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Step 7: Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look soft.
8. Step 8: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Step 9: Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top while the cookies are still warm to enhance the flavor.

Tips & Variations

• For richer chocolate flavor, mix semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips.
• Make sure butter is softened, not melted, for perfect texture.
• Try chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking to reduce spreading.
• Use parchment paper on baking sheets to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them soft, place a slice of bread in the container to maintain moisture. Cookies can also be frozen for up to 3 months—thaw at room temperature before enjoying. Reheat briefly in the microwave for a warm, fresh-baked feel.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but reduce or omit the added salt in the recipe to avoid overly salty cookies.

How do I make my cookies chewier?

Use more brown sugar than granulated sugar and avoid overbaking; take them out when centers still look slightly soft.

Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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These Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies feature a perfect balance of crispy edges and soft, chewy centers. Made with a blend of granulated and brown sugar, creamy butter, and loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, these classic cookies are easy to prepare and baked to perfection, making them a timeless treat for any occasion.

• Author: Amy
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs

Dry Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins and Finishing

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Sea salt, to taste for sprinkling on top (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is ready once your dough is prepared.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. This step is crucial for tender cookies.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
5. Mix Dry Ingredients Into Wet: Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Be careful to mix only until just combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can make cookies tough.
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips ensuring they are evenly dispersed without overmixing.
7. Portion Dough: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
8. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown while the centers remain soft, giving that perfect chewy texture.
9. Cool and Finish: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top while they are still warm to enhance the flavor.

Notes

• Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, for the right cookie texture.
• Mix ingredients just until combined to avoid dense cookies.
• For a richer chocolate flavor, combine semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips.
• Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies and uniform baking.
• Sprinkling sea salt on top intensifies the chocolate flavor and adds a pleasant contrast.

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