Absolutely — here’s a no-fuss, best-ever chocolate chip cookie recipe that hits the perfect balance: crispy edges, chewy centers, rich flavor, and gooey chocolate in every bite.
🍪 Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever
📝 Ingredients:
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1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup (200g) brown sugar (light or dark)
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1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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2 3/4 cups (345g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp salt
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2 cups (340g) semisweet or dark chocolate chips or chunks
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Optional: flaky sea salt for topping
🍴 Instructions:
1. Preheat & Prep:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
2. Cream Butter & Sugars:
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In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 min).
3. Add Wet Ingredients:
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Beat in eggs one at a time.
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Add vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients:
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
5. Stir in Chocolate:
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Fold in chocolate chips or chunks.
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(Optional: chill dough 30–60 minutes for thicker cookies.)
6. Scoop & Bake:
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Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers look slightly underdone.
7. Cool & Finish:
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Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
🧑🍳 Tips for Greatness:
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Don’t overbake! They continue to cook on the tray.
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Use good chocolate — chopped bars give gooey pockets.
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Want chewier cookies? Use more brown sugar than white.
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Want crispier cookies? Flatten slightly before baking and bake a little longer.