Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe: Classic Chewy and Crispy Delight
Classic chocolate chip cookies with chewy centers and crispy edges, ideal for snacks or gifting.
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 light brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional: 1/2 tsp sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F; line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy; add eggs and vanilla.
- Mix in dry ingredients until just combined; fold in chocolate chips and optional nuts.
- Scoop 2-tbsp dough balls onto sheets, 2 inches apart; sprinkle with optional sea salt.
- Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool 5 minutes on sheets, then on a rack.
Notes
- Chill dough for thicker cookies.
- Slightly underbake for chewy texture.
- Store in an airtight container.
- Serve with milk or coffee.