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Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies arranged on a cooling rack.

12 Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

This recipe yields 12 perfectly soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies, made with a blend of sugars and a touch of sea salt for an irresistible treat. Ideal for a small batch craving or a quick dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.75 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • sea salt for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer (optional)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  2. Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
  3. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with sea salt if desired, and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, use good quality chocolate chips. Do not overbake; the cookies will continue to set as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.