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Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Ultimate Delicious Recipe made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they're evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  10. Enjoy your cookies once they've cooled slightly.