The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever
Soft, chewy, and irresistibly gooey, these are *The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Ever*! Made with a perfect blend of granulated and brown sugar for that signature caramelized flavor, plus two full cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips for melty decadence in every bite, this recipe is a cookie lover’s dream. The dough comes together in just 15 minutes, and optional chopped nuts add a delightful crunch if you're feeling extra indulgent. With golden edges and soft centers, these classic homemade cookies bake to perfection in only 10 minutes, making them ideal for any occasion. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save some for later, these crowd-pleasers will quickly become a family favorite. Perfect for bake sales, gifting, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, they’re guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks), softened unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup, packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup optional chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still appear slightly soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to rest on the baking sheets for 2-3 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 332.7 g | 427% | |
| Saturated Fat | 175.7 g | 878% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 870 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 2651 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 699.1 g | 254% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.0 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 441.0 g | ||
| Protein | 73.3 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 24.8 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 888 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
