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Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

These chocolate chip cookies are perfectly soft and chewy in the middle, crisp on the edges, and loaded with gooey chocolate chips. With simple pantry ingredients and a few pro baking tips, you’ll have a batch of perfect cookies every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 183
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or mix of chips and chunks
  • Optional: Flaky sea salt for topping

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Medium bowl (for dry ingredients)
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Airtight container (for storage)

Method
 

  1. Cream the Butter and Sugars:- Beat softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
  2. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients Separately: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Fold in the Chocolate: Stir in chocolate chips and chunks without overmixing.
  5. Chill the Dough: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 48 hours.
  6. Preheat and Shape: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough into 1.5-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Centers may look slightly soft.
  8. Cool: Let cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For bakery-style tops, press a few chocolate chips on each dough ball before baking.
  • Chilling the dough improves flavor and texture—don’t skip this step.
  • Cookies can be frozen before baking. Bake straight from frozen and add 2 minutes to the time.