Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
These homemade chewy chocolate chip cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a classic treat loved by all ages.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature Ensure butter is at room temperature for best mixing.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light-brown sugar Brown sugar helps create a chewier texture.
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Mix-ins
- 2 cups semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips For added flavor, consider using a mix of chocolate chips.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda; set aside.
- In a large bowl, using a mixer, beat the butter and sugars together on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
- Add the salt, vanilla, and eggs; mix until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
Baking
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden but the centers are soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To store cookies, place them in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. For long-term storage, freeze cookies in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.