Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Introduction

Is there anything more satisfying than biting into a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie with crisp edges and a soft, chewy center? This Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe has been tested, tweaked, and perfected to deliver bakery-style results right from your kitchen. It’s no surprise that chocolate chip cookies remain the most searched-for cookie in the U.S., with over 8 million searches annually.

What makes these cookies perfect? The balance of textures, the brown sugar richness, and just the right amount of chocolate chips. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients List

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling

Substitutions:

  • Use dark brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • Swap chocolate chips for chunks or a mix of white and dark chocolate
  • Replace butter with plant-based alternatives for a dairy-free version

Timing

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Chill Time (optional but recommended): 30–60 minutes
  • Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Cream the butter and sugars

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy—about 2–3 minutes.

Step 2: Add eggs and vanilla

Mix in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and stir until combined.

Step 3: Add dry ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.

Step 4: Stir in the chocolate chips

Fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts if using) with a spatula.

Step 5: Chill the dough (optional)

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for thicker cookies with more flavor.

Step 6: Bake

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are still slightly soft.

Step 7: Cool and enjoy

Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Tips

  • Chill dough overnight for even richer flavor.
  • Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
  • Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before baking for a gourmet touch.

Nutrition (Per Cookie, makes ~24)

  • Calories: 210
  • Carbs: 27g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Sugar: 17g

Storage Tips

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze dough balls and bake straight from frozen (add 2–3 extra minutes).

Conclusion

These Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, buttery, and bursting with chocolate in every bite. Whether for an after-school treat or weekend baking session, they’re a timeless classic you’ll keep coming back to.