Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate chips. A simple, classic cookie recipe perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Customization: Add chopped nuts or substitute dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- Serving Tip: Warm in the microwave for 10 seconds for a fresh-from-the-oven taste.