Description
Crispy on the edges, soft and chewy in the center—this ultimate chocolate chip cookies recipe delivers bakery-quality results with perfect balance and rich flavor every time.
Ingredients
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- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Sea salt flakes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch until combined.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and white sugar with an electric mixer for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix just until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture on low speed, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon portions and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look slightly underdone.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
Notes
Chill dough for 15 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. Use room-temperature butter and eggs for even texture and avoid overbaking to keep centers soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6.5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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