Description
A classic American chocolate chip cookie recipe perfected by your grandmother in the 1950s. These cookies deliver crisp edges and a melty center with simple ingredients and precise technique. Ideal for holidays or weeknight baking.
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet morsels recommended)
1/2 cup chopped nuts or shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F using convection setting if available
Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats
In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy
Add eggs individually, beating well after each addition
In a separate bowl, sift flour, baking soda, and salt
Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined
Fold in chocolate chips and optional mix-ins
Drop rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets
Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden
Cool on sheets before transferring to a plate
Notes
Use room temperature butter for even creaming
Check baking soda freshness with a baking powder tester
Adjust salt level for sodium-sensitive diets
Replace butter with coconut oil or vegan margarine for a dairy-free version
Chopped nuts can be substituted with dried fruit or shredded coconut
Store in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg