Chocolate chip cookies are widely considered the world’s most favorite cookie, beloved for their perfect balance of sweet, chewy, and crispy textures. First created in the 1930s by Ruth Wakefield at the Toll House Inn in Massachusetts, these cookies quickly became a staple in American homes and then gained global popularity. Their classic combination of buttery dough and rich, melty chocolate chips makes them a comforting treat for people of all ages. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven, paired with a glass of milk, or baked into creative variations, chocolate chip cookies remain a timeless favorite across cultures.

These irresistibly soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies, straight from the oven, disappear in no time once they hit the table. Originating in the United States in 1938, chocolate chip cookies have gained immense popularity worldwide and are hailed as the ultimate favorite among cookie lovers everywhere.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. To get started, preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Then, prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper. This will help prevent the cookies from sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. In a spacious bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Ensure that the ingredients are well combined.
  3. Using the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until a creamy consistency is achieved. Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the mixture and continue beating until well combined. Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, beating on low speed until fully blended. Once the dry ingredients are incorporated, switch to a rubber spatula and gently stir in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  4. Using a tablespoon (about 2 ounces) of dough for large cookies or a large cookie scoop, take a portion of the dough and roll it into a ball shape. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced apart. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for approximately 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn a lovely golden brown color. Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 10 minutes, and then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.