Description
These Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect combination of rich, buttery flavor, melt-in-your-mouth texture, and perfectly chewy centers. With golden-brown edges and gooey chocolate chips, they’re a timeless cookie recipe everyone will love. Whether you’re looking for an indulgent treat for a family gathering or simply craving something sweet, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
8 Tbsp salted butter (microwaved until melted but not hot)
½ cup granulated sugar (raw cane sugar recommended)
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 ½ cups (6.75 oz) all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt (plus a pinch more if desired)
¾ cup chocolate chips and/or chocolate chunks
Optional:
Sea salt for sprinkling before baking for extra flavor, or chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) for a crunchy variation.
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a stand mixer or using beaters, cream the melted butter with the granulated sugar and light brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
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Add Wet Ingredients: Add the vanilla extract and egg to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix on low speed for about 10-15 seconds until incorporated.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the mixture. Stir until dough forms. Press the dough together by hand into a ball.
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Add Chocolate: Fold in the chocolate chips and chunks using your hands for an even distribution.
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Form Dough Balls: Roll dough into 12 large or 9 jumbo balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between them.
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Bake: Bake for 9-11 minutes until the edges are golden. Let the cookies cool on the pan for 30 minutes for the best texture
Notes
- Sea Salt: Sprinkle with sea salt before baking for an extra burst of flavor.
- Add Nuts: Add chopped nuts for extra crunch. You can also use dark or white chocolate for variation.
- For Thicker Cookies: Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9-11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
