Get ready to transform your baking game with the most mouthwatering chocolate chip cookies you'll ever taste! Imagine biting into a perfectly crisp yet chewy cookie, loaded with melty chocolate chips that practically dance on your taste buds. Maude's legendary recipe is about to become your new go-to treat that will have friends and family begging for more - and the best part? It's easier to make than you might think!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Ensure the eggs are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a rubber spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened, but not melted - this ensures the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't skip creaming the butter and sugars - this step is crucial for creating light, fluffy cookies.
- Use room temperature eggs for better ingredient integration.
- Avoid overmixing the dough after adding flour to keep cookies tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra indulgence, try using a mix of chocolate chip varieties like milk, dark, and semi-sweet.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 116kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
