Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Soft, chewy, and filled with gooey chocolate, this Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe is a timeless classic you’ll bake again and again.
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter softened (or unsalted with a pinch of salt)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips milk, dark, or a mix
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop 1 1/2 tablespoon portions of dough onto prepared baking sheet, 2 inches apart.
- Bake 8–10 minutes, until edges are golden and centers look slightly soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra depth, add a pinch of sea salt on top before baking. Try mixing chocolate chip varieties or adding nuts for a twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 135mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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