Healthier award winning soft chocolate chip cookies –There’s nothing quite like the comfort of freshly baked cookies straight from the oven. Today, I’d like to share a delightful recipe for incredibly soft chocolate chip cookies. These cookies are a perfect treat for any occasion, and if you’re like me, you can never have too many chocolate chip cookies in your life. So, let’s get started!
The Secret to Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
Understanding the basics of cookie chemistry is key to achieving that soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Using a combination of brown sugar and butter makes for a chewy, flavorful cookie. Let’s jump into the recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix!
- Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft and puffy.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
And there you have it! An easy yet delicious recipe for irresistibly soft chocolate chip cookies that will leave everyone wanting more. Happy baking!