If you’re looking for a simple homemade cookie recipe, here’s a classic and easy one for Chocolate Chip Cookies! These are always a crowd-pleaser and come together quickly with just a few ingredients.
Simple Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven: Set it to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
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Add the eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix!
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Add the chocolate chips: Stir in the chocolate chips with a spatula or spoon.
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Scoop the dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded portions of dough (about 1 1/2 inches apart) onto the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are still soft. Keep an eye on them, as oven times can vary.
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Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- If you like your cookies soft, you can take them out at the 8-minute mark. If you like them crispier, let them bake a little longer.
- You can also swap in different mix-ins like chopped nuts, M&Ms, or even white chocolate chips if you prefer!
These cookies are warm, chewy, and delicious. Perfect for a quick homemade treat! Would you like to try customizing this recipe with something different, like adding oats or another flavor?