Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies
A classic recipe for Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies, offering gooey chocolate in a warm, comforting treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Adds lift
- 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds moisture and richness
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetens
- 1 cup packed light-brown sugar Adds moisture and depth
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Adds aromatic flavor
- 2 large eggs Binds ingredients
Chocolate Chips
- 2 cups semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips Provides sweetness and texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven.
- In a bowl, stir together the flour and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Add salt and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well.
- Beat in the eggs until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Use room-temperature butter for the best results. Chilling the dough can help prevent spreading. Consider adding nuts or coconut for variation.