Soft Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delicious and comforting chocolate chip cookies that are soft and chewy, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened for easy creaming.
- 3/4 cup brown sugar Packed brown sugar adds moisture and flavor.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Balances sweetness with the brown sugar.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.
- 2 large eggs Room temperature eggs blend better.
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour All-purpose flour gives the right texture.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips For rich chocolate flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture and mix slowly.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
Baking
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week in the fridge or freeze for up to three months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to regain soft texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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