Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips and optional nuts.
- Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are just set.
- Let cookies rest on the pan for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use browned butter for a nuttier flavor variation.
- Top with sea salt before baking for a sweet-salty contrast.
- Try substituting chocolate chips with chunks, white chocolate, or dried fruit.
- Dough can be frozen for easy baking later.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
