Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are a beloved classic with a warm, gooey texture and rich chocolate flavor, perfect for sharing and satisfying cravings.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter Use room temperature for better mixing.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Can experiment with other types of chocolate.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it begins to brown. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop dough by the tablespoon onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe bag with parchment paper between layers. Don't overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies, and consider a sprinkle of cinnamon for seasonal flavor.