About the Recipe
Okay, if you're like me, there's nothing quite like the warm, gooey goodness of homemade chocolate chip cookies straight from the oven. Today, I'm going to walk you through the steps to bake the best batch of these irresistible treats. Get ready to impress your family and friends with your baking skills!
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Preparation
Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it's light and fluffy. This step usually takes about 2-3 minutes, and using an electric mixer can make it easier.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then, mix in the pure vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to your wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want the dough to be cohesive but not tough.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in those irresistible chocolate chips.
Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto your prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
Bake to Perfection: Bake in your preheated oven for approximately 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown, and the centers are still soft. Remember, they'll continue to cook a bit as they cool on the baking sheet, so don't overbake.