Chocolate Chip Cookies are a timeless treat loved by all ages. With a golden-brown edge, chewy center, and pockets of melted chocolate, these cookies are perfect for snacking, dessert, or sharing with friends and family. This recipe makes soft and chewy cookies with a perfect balance of sweet dough and rich chocolate chunks.
Ingredients
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2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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¾ cup brown sugar, packed
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and fluffy.
Add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
5. Scoop the Dough
Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake
Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Room temperature butter – ensures smooth creaming and soft cookies.
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Do not overmix – keeps cookies tender and chewy.
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Use a mix of sugars – brown sugar adds moisture and chewiness, white sugar adds crisp edges.
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Chill dough (optional) – for thicker cookies, chill dough 30–60 minutes before baking.
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Bake evenly – rotate the baking sheet halfway through for uniform baking.
Variations
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Double Chocolate Chip Cookies – add ¼ cup cocoa powder to the dry ingredients.
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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies – replace ½ cup flour with ½ cup rolled oats.
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – substitute ½ cup butter with peanut butter.
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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies – add caramel bits and sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.
Storage
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Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Freezing: Freeze cookie dough for up to 3 months or baked cookies for 1 month.
Serving Suggestions
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With a glass of cold milk
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Warmed slightly in the microwave for melty chocolate
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Crumbled over ice cream sundaes
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Packaged as a gift in a cookie tin
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Soft, chewy, and perfectly golden
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Classic flavor everyone loves
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Quick and easy to make
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Easily customizable with add-ins
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Perfect for any occasion or snack
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies are a simple yet irresistible dessert. Soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate, they’re a timeless treat that satisfies every sweet tooth.