Dessert

Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Name: Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 3/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 large egg; 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

ByLila Prescott March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

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Introduction

These BEST Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate chips. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, they bake up beautifully with a golden edge and tender center. A classic treat everyone will love!

The image shows several soft, golden-brown cookies close together, each topped with melted, shiny dark chocolate chips and sprinkled with small pieces of white sea salt. The cookies have a slightly crinkled texture around the edges and a softer-looking center where the chocolate chips melt into the dough. The cookies lie on a dark tray, with a few clustered tightly, showing their round shape and chewy surface details. The overall look is warm and inviting, with the salt pieces adding a slight contrast to the warm cookie color. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp kosher salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/2 cup light brown sugar

1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg

1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.

Step 3: In a larger bowl, mix the melted butter with the brown and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract; whisk until fully combined.
Step 4: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until just combined—do not overmix.
Step 5: Stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.

Step 6: Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 5 cookies per sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges are golden.
Step 7: Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack for about 20 minutes before enjoying.

Tips & Variations

For extra chewiness, chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking.

Swap semisweet chips for milk or dark chocolate depending on your preference.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to deepen the flavor.
Use parchment or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.

Storage

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them fresh longer, freeze in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in a low oven or microwave for a soft, warm treat.