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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups of flour and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Beat in the 2 eggs, one at a time, then stir in the flour mixture until just blended.
- Fold in the 2 cups of chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
The history of chocolate chip cookies dates back to the 1930s when Ruth Wakefield, owner of the Toll House Inn in Whitman, Massachusetts, added chopped chocolate to her cookie dough, creating the first-ever batch of chocolate chip cookies. The cookies gained popularity and soon became a classic American treat. Today, they are enjoyed worldwide and are a staple in bakeries, cafes, and households. The key to a perfect chocolate chip cookie lies in the balance of butter, sugar, and chocolate, as well as the precise baking time. For a unique twist, some chefs incorporate sea salt or different types of chocolate for a gourmet touch. The best chocolate chip cookies can be found in artisanal bakeries and renowned pastry shops, where skilled bakers use high-quality ingredients and innovative techniques to elevate this beloved classic.
25 min
24 cookies
150 per cookie calories
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