Chocolate Chip Cookies
These BEST chocolate chip cookies offer the perfect balance of chewy and crispy, making them a favorite comfort treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, light or dark
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until almost combined, then fold in the chocolate chips to form a soft dough.
Baking
- Use a large 2 oz cookie scoop to portion out cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving at least 3 inches between each.
- Bake in the center of the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until cookies are puffed and edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and gently reshape cookies with a round cookie cutter if necessary.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
For the best results, use room temperature eggs and be careful not to overmix the dough after adding dry ingredients. Consider sprinkling a little sea salt on top before baking for extra flavor.