Chocolate Chip Cookies
These classic homemade chocolate chip cookies feature crispy edges and irresistibly chewy centers loaded with rich chocolate.
Ingredients
- •1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
- •1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •1/2 cup unsalted butter or vegan margarine, softened (113g)
- •1/3 cup granulated white sugar (65g)
- •1/3 cup packed light brown sugar (73g)
- •1 large egg
- •1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- •1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (180g)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- 4
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating well until fully incorporated.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined so you do not overmix the dough.
- 6
Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon.
- 7
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
- 9
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
💡 Chef tips
- For the chewiest texture, chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- To make these cookies pareve and dairy-free, substitute the butter with an equal amount of quality vegan baking margarine.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature with a slice of white bread to keep them soft for up to 5 days.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished cookies should have golden, lightly crisp edges with soft, chewy centers bursting with melted chocolate and a sweet, buttery aroma.