Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
These warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies are a classic treat, perfect for any occasion, promising a chewy texture and rich taste.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for better mixing.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed Can replace with granulated sugar, but cookies may not be as chewy.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Chocolate
- 2 cups chocolate chips You can use dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or white chocolate chips.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour and baking soda together. Set it aside.
- In another large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the butter mixture. Beat until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Best served warm. Pair with a glass of cold milk or use in an ice cream sandwich. For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the cookies. You can chill the dough for a couple of hours to enhance flavors.