Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic chocolate chip cookies that are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, perfect for all occasions.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed Use dark brown sugar for richer flavor.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Adjust sugar according to sweetness preference.
- 1 large egg Can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract enhances flavor.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for lighter texture.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness.
- 2 cups chocolate chips Use semi-sweet or dark chocolate.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
Cooking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week. Experiment with different types of chocolate or nuts for variations.