Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies coming straight out of the oven! These Classic Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies are buttery, soft in the center, slightly crispy around the edges, and loaded with rich chocolate chips in every bite.
This easy recipe uses simple pantry ingredients to create bakery-style cookies that are perfect for family gatherings, afternoon snacks, lunchboxes, or a sweet treat with a glass of cold milk. Whether you prefer your cookies warm and gooey or completely cooled, these homemade favorites are sure to disappear quickly!
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped chocolate chunks (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and help them bake evenly.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until everything is combined.
Step 4: Make the Cookie Dough
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Mix on low speed or stir with a spatula until just combined.
Avoid overmixing, as this can make the cookies tough.
Fold in the chocolate chips and optional chocolate chunks, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
Step 5: Chill the Dough
For thicker, more flavorful cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes. This step is optional but helps reduce spreading during baking.
Step 6: Shape the Cookies
Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and place the portions on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between them.
For a bakery-style appearance, press a few extra chocolate chips onto the tops of the dough balls.
Step 7: Bake Until Golden
Bake for 9–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers still look slightly soft.
Do not wait for the centers to become completely firm in the oven. The cookies will continue setting as they cool.
Step 8: Cool and Enjoy
Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Enjoy them warm for a soft, gooey center or let them cool completely for a chewier texture.
Tips for Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies
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