Description
A perfect balance of crisp edges and chewy centers, these chocolate chip cookies are quick, adaptable, and a nostalgic treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3/4 cup (170 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (165 g) packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- Optional: 1 cup chopped toasted nuts (pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- Add the melted butter with the granulated and brown sugars until smooth.
- Incorporate the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla and whisk until glossy.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined.
- Add in the chocolate chips and optional nuts.
- Use a large cookie scoop to portion dough onto the baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough for 30 minutes for deeper flavor and controlled spread. Can substitute half the butter with mashed banana or unsweetened applesauce for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, dessert, baking, family recipe