Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened, room temperature)
  • ¾ cup brown sugar (gives chewiness)
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-ins:

  • 1 ½ to 2 cups chocolate chips (milk or dark)

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  1. In a bowl, combine:
    • Flour
    • Baking soda
    • Salt
  2. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugar

  1. In another large bowl, add softened butter.
  2. Add brown sugar and white sugar.
  3. Beat with a mixer (or whisk) for 3–5 minutes until light, creamy, and fluffy.

Step 4: Add Eggs & Vanilla

  1. Add eggs one at a time and mix well after each.
  2. Add vanilla extract.
  3. Mix until smooth.

Step 5: Combine Wet & Dry

  1. Slowly add dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  2. Mix gently (don’t overmix).
  3. Dough should be soft and slightly sticky.

Step 6: Add Chocolate Chips

  1. Fold in chocolate chips evenly.
  2. Optional: save some chips to press on top later for bakery-style look.

Step 7: Chill the Dough (Important!)

  1. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes.
    👉 This step makes cookies thicker, softer, and more flavorful.

Step 8: Shape the Cookies

  1. Scoop dough (2 tablespoons each).
  2. Roll into balls.
  3. Place on tray with space between them.
  4. Press a few chocolate chips on top.

Step 9: Bake

  1. Bake for 10–12 minutes.
  2. Edges should be golden, center slightly soft.
  3. Don’t overbake — they will continue cooking after removing.

Step 10: Cool & Serve

  1. Let cookies cool on tray for 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer to rack.
  3. Serve warm or store in airtight container.

💡 Tips for Perfect Cookies

  • Use brown sugar for chewiness.
  • Slightly underbake for soft center.
  • Chill dough for best texture.
  • Add a pinch of salt on top for bakery-style flavor.
  • Use good quality chocolate chips 🍫

⏱️ Time Required

  • Preparation: 20 minutes
  • Chilling: 30–60 minutes
  • Baking: 10–12 minutes

🧊 Storage

Freeze dough: up to 2 months

Room temp: 3–4 days