Description

There’s nothing quite like the perfect chocolate chip cookie—golden edges, a soft and chewy center, and melty chocolate in every bite. This recipe is everything you love about homemade cookies, with the perfect balance of sweetness, texture, and rich buttery flavor. Whether you’re baking for family, friends, or just because, these cookies will be a staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark chocolate chunks)
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

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Instructions

Cream the Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the Eggs & Vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Whisk the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully combined.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in the chocolate chips (and nuts, if using).
Chill the Dough: Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours) for the best flavor and texture.
Preheat & Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop & Bake: Scoop dough into balls (about 2 tbsp each) and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown on the edges but soft in the middle.
Cool & Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Pro Tips for the Best Cookies

Chill the Dough! – This step is key for preventing spreading and intensifying flavor.
Use Room Temperature Ingredients – Helps everything mix evenly for the perfect dough.
Don’t Overbake – The cookies will continue baking slightly as they cool.
Mix Chocolate Types – A mix of semi-sweet and dark chocolate makes for next-level cookies.
Sprinkle with Sea Salt – A light sprinkle of flaky sea salt enhances the chocolate flavor!

Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Category: Breakfast

Nutrition

Calories: 47kcal