Soft, golden cookies with melted chocolate in every bite
These classic chocolate chip cookies are simple, comforting, and easy to make at home. The dough comes together quickly using everyday ingredients you probably already have. Once baked, the cookies turn soft in the center with lightly crisp edges. They are perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying warm with a glass of milk.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 quarter cup granulated sugar
- 3 quarter cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 and 1 quarter cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 half teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream the butter with both sugars until light and smooth.
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Add the eggs and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
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Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until a soft dough forms.
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Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
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Scoop small portions of dough onto the prepared tray, leaving space between each cookie.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
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Let the cookies cool slightly before serving.
