Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies on a plate

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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

These classic chocolate chip cookies are soft in the center with crisp, golden edges, made from a simple dough that bakes in about 12 minutes.

15Prep min
12Cook min
27Total min
  • 2.25 cupsall-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoonbaking soda
  • 1 cupbutter, softened
  • 3/4 cupgranulated sugar
  • 3/4 cupbrown sugar
  • 2eggs
  • 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 2 cupschocolate chips
  1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. 2Whisk together the flour and baking soda in a bowl.
  3. 3In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. 4Beat in the eggs and vanilla, then gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined.
  5. 5Fold in the chocolate chips.
  6. 6Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheets and bake for 9-11 minutes, until the edges are golden but centers still look slightly underdone.
  7. 7Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Make it yours

  • Add chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Use half milk chocolate and half dark chocolate chips.
  • Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before baking.

Good with

  • A glass of cold milk
  • Vanilla ice cream for cookie sandwiches
  • Coffee or tea

Good questions, answered.

Why do my cookies spread too much?

This can happen if the butter is too soft or melted; make sure it's softened but still cool, and chill the dough briefly if needed.

Can I freeze the cookie dough?

Yes, scoop the dough into balls and freeze; bake straight from frozen, adding a minute or two to the bake time.