Recreate the magic of warm, gooey, homemade chocolate chip cookies with this classic recipe. Each cookie is packed with melty chocolate chips and features a crisp edge with a soft center, making them the quintessential comfort treat. Melted butter gives these cookies a rich flavor and chewy texture, while a hint of sea salt elevates the sweet chocolatey notes, making them simply irresistible.
Why You'll Love This
This recipe is a keeper for its straightforward approach and reliable results. The use of both brown and granulated sugars provides a perfect balance of sweetness and depth, ensuring each bite is as delightful as the last. These cookies are ideal for those who appreciate the nostalgic taste of a genuinely good chocolate chip cookie.
Perfect Occasion
Chocolate chip cookies are versatile: perfect for school lunches, holiday gifts, or paired with a cold glass of milk for a comforting snack. They're also fantastic for bake sales or as a thoughtful homemade treat for friends and neighbors.
Decoration Tips
For an extra touch of gourmet, press a few additional chocolate chips on top of each cookie before baking. Sprinkling a light dusting of flaky sea salt on the cookies right after they come out of the oven adds a sophisticated flavor contrast that chocolate lovers will adore.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups (165g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup (110g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup (75g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups (240g) chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Oven Preparation: Heat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Sugars: In a larger bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is thick and paste-like.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold in the dry ingredients using a spatula, mixing until just combined.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips. If the dough is sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes until it is easier to handle.
- Scoop and Bake: Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies well apart.
- Baking Time: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers remain pale.
- Finishing Touches: If needed, reshape the cookies using a fork or cookie cutter. Add extra chocolate chips on top for decoration.
- Cooling: Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and allow them to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Enjoy these delightful homemade chocolate chip cookies that bring both comfort and joy with every bite!
