These Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, buttery, and loaded with gooey chocolate chips in every bite. With crisp golden edges and a soft center, they’re the perfect homemade treat for dessert, snacks, or sharing with family and friends. Simple ingredients and easy steps make this a classic recipe you’ll want to bake again and again.
Recipe Information
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-Ins
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together:
- Flour
- Baking soda
- Salt
Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, beat together:
- Softened butter
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
Mix until light, creamy, and fluffy.
Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Beat in eggs one at a time.
Add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
Step 5: Combine Everything
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
Mix until just combined.
Do not overmix.
Fold in:
- Chocolate chips
- Nuts if using
Step 6: Scoop the Dough
Use a spoon or cookie scoop to place dough balls onto the baking sheet.
Leave space between cookies because they spread while baking.
Step 7: Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until:
- Edges are golden brown
- Centers still look slightly soft
The cookies will continue to set as they cool.
Step 8: Cool
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pro Tips
- Use room-temperature butter for smooth mixing.
- Chill the dough for thicker cookies.
- Slightly underbake for extra soft centers.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top for bakery-style flavor.
Storage
Room Temperature
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freezing
Freeze cookie dough balls for up to 3 months.
Bake directly from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes.
Variations
- Use dark chocolate chunks for richer flavor.
- Add peanut butter chips or white chocolate chips.
- Mix in crushed cookies or toffee bits.
- Make double chocolate cookies by adding cocoa powder.
These homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies are warm, chewy, chocolatey, and impossible to resist — the perfect classic dessert for any occasion.