Easiest Chocolate Chip Cookies
A simple and quick recipe for homemade chocolate chip cookies, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and chewiness.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup butter adds richness and moisture
- ½ cup granulated sugar sweetens and contributes to texture
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed adds moisture and a slight chew
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract enhances flavor
- 1 large egg binds ingredients and adds moisture
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour provides structure
- ½ teaspoon baking soda helps cookies rise
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt balances sweetness
Mix-ins
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips provides indulgent chocolate flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and egg to the mixture. Stir until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and kosher salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about two inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges. Watch closely for doneness.
Notes
Use room-temperature butter for easier mixing. Chill the dough for thicker cookies. Store in an airtight container.