Classic Homemade Delight
These chocolate chip cookies are the perfect combination of crispy edges and chewy centers. Made with premium ingredients and packed with chocolate chips, they're sure to become a family favorite. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just treating yourself, these cookies deliver that fresh-from-the-oven taste everyone loves.
Start BakingIngredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Centers may look slightly underdone.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Baker's Secrets
For extra chewy cookies, slightly underbake them and let them finish cooking on the hot pan. Room temperature ingredients mix more easily and create a better texture. Don't overmix the dough once you add the flour, as this can make cookies tough. For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop. These cookies freeze beautifully for up to 3 months, either as dough or baked cookies.
