Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

This classic chocolate chip cookie recipe delivers soft, chewy, and golden cookies filled with rich chocolate chips in every bite. Perfect for desserts, parties, or just a cozy evening treat, these cookies are quick to make and bake beautifully every time. With simple pantry ingredients and a short preparation time, this recipe guarantees a bakery-style taste at home. Whether you love them warm and gooey or slightly crisp on the edges, these cookies will become your go-to dessert.

Ingredients

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
6. Fold in chocolate chips evenly.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.