Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic American-style butter chocolate chip cookies with a soft, tender crumb, studded with chocolate chips and chopped nuts.
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 cup plus 2 tbsp
baking soda
½tsp
unsalted butter (softened)
8 tbsp (1 stick)
granulated sugar
½cup
light brown sugar (packed)
½cup
large egg
1
salt
¼tsp
vanilla extract
1½tsp
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup
chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
¾cup
Instructions
1
Preheat and Prepare
Position the rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Butter the baking sheet. Whisk the flour and baking soda together thoroughly in a bowl.
2
Cream Butter and Sugar
Using medium speed, beat the softened butter until very fluffy and well combined. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar; continue beating at medium speed until fully incorporated.
3
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the egg, salt, and vanilla extract; beat at medium speed until completely combined.
4
Mix the Dough
Stir the flour mixture into the butter mixture until smooth and evenly combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using).
5
Shape and Bake
Using a measuring teaspoon, drop heaping portions of dough onto the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through for even browning.
6
Cool
Transfer the baking sheet to a wire rack and let the cookies set for about 2 minutes. Move them to the rack to cool completely.
