Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies
These soft, chewy cookies are loaded with sweet chocolate chips and are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips You can also use white chocolate chips for a variation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing well until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure to leave space between each cookie.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies are best served warm and fresh out of the oven. To keep them fresh, store them in an airtight container. They can last for about one week at room temperature. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. For thicker cookies, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.