The Best Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies in the World
Indulge in the ultimate comfort treat with *The Best Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies in the World*! These heavenly cookies strike the perfect balance between rich buttery dough and gooey chocolate in every bite. Made with a blend of granulated sugar and light brown sugar for a deep caramel flavor, and packed with 2 cups of chocolate chips (or mix-ins like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch), they bake up with delightfully crisp edges and irresistibly soft centers. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 10-minute bake, this easy recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or stored for later, these cookies remain moist, flavorful, and utterly addictive. Perfect for cookie lovers, this classic recipe is sure to become your go-to for soft, chewy chocolate chip bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semisweet or milk, based on preference)
- 0.5 cup optional chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to combine.
Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a spatula, fold in the chocolate chips and optional nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop the cookie dough using a tablespoon or medium cookie scoop and drop rounded balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look slightly underbaked.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 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 |
5715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 273.7 g | 351% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.4 g | 712% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2805 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 770.3 g | 280% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 522.4 g | ||
| Protein | 81.4 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 617 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 2185 mg | 46% | |
*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.
