The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Ever

• servings: Servings: 24 cookies
• total time: 1 hour 6 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup packed light brown sugar

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together with a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5: Add Chocolate Chips

Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6: Shape and Bake

Scoop 2-tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set. Do not overbake; they will continue to cook on the baking sheet.

Step 7: Cool and Enjoy

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes