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chocolate chip cookies

The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

These soft, chewy, and chocolate-packed cookies are quick and easy to make—no chilling required! Perfect for a snack, party, or special occasion, this foolproof recipe guarantees delicious results every time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 Cookies
Course: cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients
  • 8 tbsp 1 stick salted butter, melted
  • ½ cup white sugar raw cane sugar preferred
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar or substitute with white sugar + 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 6.75 oz
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt plus a pinch for extra flavor
  • ¾ cup chocolate chips mix of semisweet and dark chocolate chunks

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 Medium mixing bowl
  • 1 Whisk or hand mixer
  • 1 Parchment-lined baking sheet
  • 1 Cookie scoop or spoon

Method
 

  1. 1️⃣ Prepare the Dough
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Melt butter until mostly liquid but not too hot.
  4. In a large bowl, mix melted butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
  5. Add vanilla extract and egg, mixing just until combined.
  6. 2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  8. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  9. 3️⃣ Fold in the Chocolate
  10. Gently mix in chocolate chips and chunks for even distribution.
  11. 4️⃣ Shape & Bake
  12. Roll dough into 12 large balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  13. Bake for 9-11 minutes, removing when edges are golden but centers appear slightly underbaked.
  14. 5️⃣ Cool & Enjoy

Notes

Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 30 minutes to set properly.