Imagine biting into a cookie so perfectly chewy, so delightfully rich, that it instantly transports you to dessert heaven. These aren't just any ordinary chocolate chip cookies - they're a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will have your family and friends begging for the recipe! Crafted with love and precision, these American-style cookies promise to be the star of your next baking adventure, delivering a crisp edge and a soft, gooey center that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their chewy texture.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened, but not melted - this ensures the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation into the batter.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking if you want even more flavor development.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra indulgence, try using a mix of chocolate chip varieties like milk, dark, and semi-sweet.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
