Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate chips, this easy homemade recipe delivers the best chocolate chip cookies every single time.
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips (and nuts, if using) until evenly distributed.
- Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 20–30 minutes to firm up.
- Scoop 2 Tbsp dough balls onto sheets and bake 9–11 minutes until edges set.
- Let cookies rest on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool.
Notes
Chill dough longer for thicker cookies. Leftovers stay fresh in an airtight container for up to 4 days; freeze dough for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal
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