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Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Classic Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies that melt in your mouth. Perfect balance of texture and flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can be swapped for coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Use extra granulated sugar for a less chewy texture.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar makes for a great low-glycemic substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs Consider flax eggs for a vegan alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Homemade vanilla extract can elevate the taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Use less for a denser cookie.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt add texture contrast.
For the Chocolate
  • 2 cups Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chunks or chopped chocolate can provide a new flavor twist.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • spatula
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.
  6. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden on the edges and soft in the center.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature for optimal results. Avoid overmixing after adding flour to maintain chewy texture.

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