Gather Your Ingredients
Before we begin, let’s make sure we have all the necessary ingredients to make these tasty cookies:
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- 2 cups of chocolate chips
Step 1: Cream the Butter and Sugars
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. You can use an electric mixer for this step to make it easier and faster.
Step 2: Add Eggs and Vanilla Extract
Beat the eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then, mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter-sugar-egg mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can result in tough cookies.
Step 4: Fold in the Chocolate Chips
Gently fold in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. Don’t hesitate to add some extra chocolate chips if you’re a true chocolate lover!
Step 5: Shape the Cookies
Scoop about two tablespoons of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between them to allow for spreading during baking.
Step 6: Bake to Perfection
Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake the cookies for approximately 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to ensure they don’t overbake. Remember, slightly underbaked cookies retain their chewiness!
Step 7: Cool and Enjoy!
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before indulging in their warm, gooey deliciousness.
No matter the occasion or season, homemade classic American cookies are always a hit. Follow this guide, embrace your inner baker, and treat yourself and your loved ones to a batch of freshly baked cookies that will leave everyone craving for more!
Happy baking!