There’s nothing quite like the warm, gooey goodness of homemade chocolate chip cookies. Today, I’m excited to share with you an authentic recipe that will send your taste buds soaring. These cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends, or keeping all to yourself (no judgment here!). Let’s dive into the delicious details!
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Take a look at this tempting image of what your final creation can look like:
Ingredients
These simple yet delightful ingredients will bring your cookies to life:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Ready to bake? Follow these easy steps:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, being careful not to overmix.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown. For softer cookies, take them out a minute or two early.
- 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! Your kitchen will smell heavenly, and you’ll have a batch of delicious cookies ready to enjoy. Feel free to customize this recipe by adding nuts or experimenting with different types of chocolate chips. Happy baking!