Discover the secret to making the best soft chocolate chip cookies with a perfect chewy texture and rich chocolatey flavour.
Prep
15 min
Cook
12 min
Total
57 min
Servings
24
Difficulty
Easy
Instructions
Cream the butter and sugars
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Pro tip: This process incorporates air into the mixture, creating a lighter texture.
Add eggs and vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until well combined.
Pro tip: Ensure eggs are at room temperature to prevent the mixture from curdling.
Combine dry ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Pro tip: Avoid overmixing to ensure the cookies remain soft.
Fold in chocolate chips
Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Chill the dough
Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step helps the cookies maintain their shape while baking.
Pro tip: Chilling the dough also enhances the flavour.
Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Shape and bake cookies
Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 5 cm (2 inches) apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Pro tip: For chewy centres, remove cookies when they still look slightly underdone.
Cool and serve
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pro tip: Cooling on the baking sheet helps the cookies set.
Tips & Tricks
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for even mixing.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
- Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make soft chocolate chip cookies?
Use room temperature ingredients, chill the dough, and avoid overbaking for soft cookies.
What is the secret to chewy cookies?
Incorporating brown sugar and ensuring the dough is chilled help achieve a chewy texture.
Can I freeze the cookie dough?
Yes, freeze dough balls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 2 minutes to baking time.
What makes a cookie soft or crispy?
Higher moisture content from brown sugar and butter yields soft cookies, while longer baking times create crispy cookies.
How long do these cookies stay fresh?
Stored in an airtight container, they remain fresh for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies.
Serving Suggestions
Nutrition per serving
210
Calories
2g
Protein
11g
Fat
28g
Carbs
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