Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, sweet, and a delightful treat to enjoy with a glass of milk.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature Ensure it is softened for better mixing.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light-brown sugar
- 2 large eggs Room temperature for even mixing.
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 2 cups semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda and set it aside.
Mixing the Dough
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and both sugars together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the salt, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Gradually add the flour mixture while mixing. Stop as soon as everything is combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips gently using a spatula or wooden spoon.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each ball.
- Bake your cookies for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To keep your cookies fresh, store in an airtight container. They will last about a week in the fridge and up to 3 months in the freezer. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for a few minutes or use an air fryer for 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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