Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Looking for the perfect chocolate chip cookies recipe? Many recipes result in cookies that are either too dry or not chocolatey enough. You need a recipe that guarantees soft, chewy, and chocolate-filled cookies every time.

Imagine biting into a cookie that’s perfectly soft, with gooey chocolate chips in every bite. The disappointment of dry, flavorless cookies can ruin your snack time. You deserve a recipe that delivers the ultimate chocolate chip cookie experience.

Introducing the ultimate chocolate chip cookie recipe! This recipe is easy to follow and ensures a batch of soft, chewy cookies loaded with chocolate chips. Enjoy a cookie and indulge in chocolatey perfection.

Ingredients

Before we start, make sure you have all the ingredients ready. Here’s what you’ll need:

• 2 1/4 cups (270 grams) all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (226 grams) room temperature butter
• 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup (165 grams) light brown sugar
• 1 large room temperature egg
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract
• 1 cup (170 grams) chocolate chips

Instructions

Preparing the Dry Ingredients

1. Measure and Mix
   Start by measuring out 2 1/4 cups (270 grams) of all-purpose flour. For the best accuracy, use a kitchen scale. Add 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 3/4 teaspoon of salt to the flour. Whisk them together to ensure that the baking soda and salt are evenly distributed. This step is crucial to avoid any pockets of salty or baking soda-laden dough.

Creaming the Butter and Sugars

2. Cream the Butter
   In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add 1 cup (226 grams) of room temperature butter. Begin mixing on a low speed just to soften the butter.
3. Add the Sugars
   Next, add 3/4 cup (150 grams) of granulated sugar. Continue mixing until the butter and sugar are well combined. Gradually incorporate 3/4 cup (165 grams) of light brown sugar, mixing until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process usually takes about 5 minutes, so feel free to take a little break and do a quick kitchen chore while you wait.

Incorporating Eggs and Vanilla

4. Add Egg and Vanilla
   Crack one large room temperature egg into the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined. Then, add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of vanilla extract. Ensure the mixture is smooth and homogeneous by mixing on low speed. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.

Combining Wet and Dry Ingredients

5. Mix in the Flour
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix on low speed until the flour is almost fully incorporated. It’s okay if there are still a few floury streaks; this will help prevent overmixing and ensure a chewy texture.
6. Add Chocolate Chips
   Fold in 1 cup (170 grams) of chocolate chips. You can use any type of chocolate chips or chopped chocolate you prefer. Gently mix until the chocolate chips are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Chilling the Dough

7. Refrigerate
   Before baking, chill the dough. Transfer it to the refrigerator and let it chill for at least one hour. The longer you chill the dough, the better the cookies will taste and the more their texture will improve. This step helps to solidify the butter, resulting in perfectly chewy cookies.

Shaping and Baking

8. Preheat the Oven
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
9. Shape the Cookies
   Scoop out roughly 1 1/2-inch (or 1 1/2 tablespoons) sized portions of dough. If the dough is very firm, roll it into balls with your hands to shape. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For an extra touch, place a few additional chocolate chips on top of each dough ball.
10. Bake
    Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and set. The centers may look a bit soft, but they will firm up as they cool. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Perfect Cookies

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for the best results. This helps the ingredients blend together smoothly.
• Chill the Dough: Don’t skip the chilling step! It’s key to achieving that perfect chewy texture.
• Mixing: Be careful not to overmix the dough once you add the flour. Overmixing can lead to dense cookies.

Conclusion

There you have it—a foolproof recipe for chewy chocolate chip cookies that will become a staple in your baking repertoire. I hope you enjoy making and eating these cookies as much as I do. If you have any questions or want to share your cookie-making experience, leave a comment below. Happy baking!