Get ready to experience the most incredible, mouth-watering chocolate chip cookies that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe! These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're the big, fat, chewy masterpieces that dreams are made of. Imagine biting into a cookie so perfect, it's crisp on the edges, soft and gooey in the center, with melted chocolate chips that practically melt in your mouth. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe is about to become your new go-to for creating absolutely irresistible cookies that will make you the star of every gathering!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°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, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies 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 soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet 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.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened, but not melted. Room temperature butter creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't skip creaming the butter and sugar - this step is crucial for achieving that signature light and fluffy consistency.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor. Mix different types of chocolate for an extra depth of taste.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking if you want even thicker cookies that spread less.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes, ensuring even baking and a professional look.
- Watch your baking time carefully - the cookies should look slightly underbaked when you remove them from the oven, as they'll continue cooking on the hot baking sheet.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing to maintain their perfect texture.Pro Tip: These cookies freeze beautifully! You can freeze the dough balls and bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the baking time for a fresh-baked treat anytime!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
