Description
Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies are the quintessential treat that delights kids and adults alike. With their buttery, chewy texture and generous chunks of semi-sweet chocolate, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—be it a family gathering, a holiday celebration, or simply indulging your sweet tooth. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures you can whip up a fresh batch of cookies in no time, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Enjoy these warm straight from the oven or pair them with a glass of milk for a classic dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (firmly packed)
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugars until smooth using an electric mixer.
- Add egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Stir in chocolate chips evenly.
- Chill the dough if warm for about 30 minutes.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing them well apart.
- Bake until edges are golden brown—about 8-10 minutes for small cookies or 10-13 minutes for larger ones.
- Let cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg