Irresistible Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe in Just 12 Minutes
A quick and easy chocolate chip cookies recipe that evokes comforting nostalgia and is customizable for every sweet tooth.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Cookie scoop
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips or chocolate chunks
Instructions
Baking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream the butter and sugars in a mixing bowl until very light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Mix in the flour mixture gradually while the mixer is on low, then gently stir in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Optional: Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt before baking for added flavor.