Perfect Chewy Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
A straightforward and addictive recipe for chewy classic chocolate chip cookies with a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and buttery goodness. These cookies are quick to make and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups (340 grams) chocolate chips and chunks (mix of semi-sweet and bittersweet)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- Optional: flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chunks with a spatula.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Roll dough lightly into balls for uniform shape.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, rotating halfway through, until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room temperature butter and eggs for best texture. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep cookies tender. Chilling dough for 30 minutes to an hour can improve flavor and control spreading but is optional. Use quality chocolate like Ghirardelli or Guittard for best melt and flavor. Keep baking sheets cool between batches to prevent excessive spreading. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for a flavor boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Protein: 2
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