Table of Contents
- Why This Recipe is Perfect for You
- The Secret to Perfectly Chewy Cookies
- The Perfect Sweet Treat
- Simple Recipes for Busy Bakers
- Easy Storage and Serving Ideas
- Make Baking Fun Again
- Let’s Get Baking!
Key Takeaways
- Simple & Quick: These cookies come together in minutes with pantry staples and bake in about 10 minutes, making them perfect for last-minute sweet cravings.
- Chewy Perfection: The combination of brown sugar, melted butter, and proper baking timing creates a soft, chewy texture that stays fresh for days.
- Versatile Treat: While classic with chocolate chips, this easy recipe serves as a perfect base for countless mix-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or toffee bits.
- Foolproof for All Bakers: Detailed tips ensure success whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned home cook looking for reliable, delicious results.
Why This Recipe is Perfect for You
Hello, I’m Patricia from Patricia Universe, and I believe that creating memorable moments at home should be straightforward. That’s why I’m sharing one of my all-time favorite easy recipes. This is not just another cookie recipe; it’s the culmination of years of baking, testing, and simplifying to bring you the most reliable method for cookies that are consistently soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate. Whether you’re a novice looking for a great first baking project or an experienced baker wanting a no-fuss classic, this easy recipe is your new go-to.
The Secret to Perfectly Chewy Cookies
The magic behind the texture lies in a few simple techniques. Using mostly melted butter instead of creamed butter creates a chewier crumb. A higher ratio of brown sugar to white sugar introduces more moisture and a deeper, caramel-like flavor. Most importantly, pulling the cookies out of the oven just as the edges set but the centers still look slightly underdone is the key. They’ll continue to bake on the hot baking sheet, resulting in a perfectly soft center. This focus on technique ensures you get simple and delicious results every single time.
The Perfect Sweet Treat
There’s something deeply comforting about a warm cookie. This recipe delivers the ultimate sweet treat, balancing rich chocolate with the perfect amount of chew. It’s an ideal companion for a glass of cold milk, a mid-afternoon coffee break, or as a sweet ending to a family dinner. They’re also the star of any cookie platter, making them one of the best easy dessert recipes to have in your repertoire for when you need a crowd-pleaser.
Simple Recipes for Busy Bakers
We all need reliable simple recipes that don’t require special trips to the store. This recipe uses ingredients you likely already have in your pantry: flour, sugars, butter, eggs, and chocolate chips. The process is straightforward—no chilling required—which means from bowl to oven in under 15 minutes. If you’re in the mood for something a little different, this base dough is incredibly versatile. It’s a great foundation for quick and easy recipes like adding a cup of chopped walnuts or swapping the chocolate chips for butterscotch or toffee bits.
Easy Storage and Serving Ideas
These cookies store beautifully in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, though I doubt they’ll last that long! For longer storage, you can freeze the baked cookies or even the portioned cookie dough balls. That way, you can bake a few fresh cookies any time a craving hits. This “make-ahead” aspect makes it one of my favorite easy meals for dinner plans that include a homemade dessert, or for a fun and easy dinner where the kids can help with the baking.
Make Baking Fun Again
Baking should be a joy, not a chore. That’s the philosophy behind all the recipes at Patricia Universe. I want to empower you to create delicious food without stress. This chocolate chip cookie recipe is a perfect example. Its simplicity allows you to focus on the fun parts: mixing the dough, smelling them bake, and finally, sharing the warm, gooey results. It’s the kind of simple pleasure that turns an ordinary day into something special.
Let’s Get Baking!
I’m thrilled for you to try this beloved easy recipe. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cookies. For the complete, step-by-step recipe with all the measurements, tips, and my special tricks, scroll down to the recipe card below. And don’t forget—the notes section is packed with helpful advice to ensure your baking success. I can’t wait to hear how your cookies turn out!
Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
For the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just blended.
- Stir in chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
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