Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies: Chewy, crunchy, sweet, and indulgent with a golden-brown edge. Soft-Baked Cookies: Soft, chewy, and full of chocolate flavor with a tender crumb.
This is a versatile recipe that’s easy to customize with different mix-ins and flavors – try adding nuts, fruit, or spices to make it your own. Try this next.
Different types of chocolate chip cookie: Chart of cookie textures.
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Prep 10m
Cook 20m
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
3.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4.
Beat in vanilla extract and then gradually add flour mixture until just combined.
5.
Stir in chocolate chips. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
6.
Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes for chewy or 12-14 minutes for crispy.
Storage Tip: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
