There’s something irresistibly nostalgic about classic chocolate chip cookies, especially the kind you’d find at a neighborhood bake sale.
These cookies are soft in the center, with perfectly crisp edges, and are generously studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Perfect for any occasion, from school events to casual family gatherings, these chocolate chip cookies will surely bring a smile to everyone’s face!
- Prep Time: 41 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 53 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven (5 minutes):
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Mix the dry ingredients (5 minutes):
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the butter and sugars (5 minutes):
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the eggs and vanilla (3 minutes):
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients (5 minutes):
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (3 minutes):
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using) with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the cookies (5 minutes):
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies (10-12 minutes):
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Cool the cookies (10 minutes):
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an added touch of flavor, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt over the tops of the cookies before baking.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, making them perfect for baking ahead of time.
Classic chocolate chip cookies are always a crowd-pleaser, and the recipe is easy to customize with your favorite add-ins like white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or toffee bits.
Enjoy baking and sharing these delightful cookies with friends and family, and watch them disappear in no time!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
