Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delightfully warm and gooey, these classic chocolate chip cookies are perfect for any occasion and loved by all ages.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs Use room temperature eggs.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Measure flour correctly.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Dissolve in hot water to activate.
- 2 teaspoons hot water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips Fold in for a rich chocolate flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together softened unsalted butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve baking soda in hot water and mix with salt before adding to the batter.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour and mix until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips evenly into the dough.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking pans, with about two inches of space between them.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes, until edges are golden brown and centers are slightly undercooked.
- Let cookies rest on pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking and store baked cookies in an airtight container.