Description
These Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate treat for cookie lovers! With a perfectly chewy texture, buttery flavor, and melty chocolate chips in every bite, these cookies stay soft for days (if they last that long!). Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or when the cookie craving hits, this classic recipe is a must-have in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Mix-Ins:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugars
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6: Fold in Chocolate Chips
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula or spoon.
Step 7: Scoop the Dough
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
Step 8: Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look slightly underbaked. This ensures soft cookies!
Step 9: Cool
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chilling the Dough: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 1–2 hours before baking.
- Mix-In Variations: Add chopped nuts, white chocolate chips, or toffee bits for a fun twist.
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes per batch
- Category: Classic Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American