Bakery-Style Thick Chocolate Chip Cookies
There’s something magical about the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house, isn’t there? These bakery-style thick chocolate chip cookies are easy to make and will become a cherished memory in your home!
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing bowl
- baking sheet
- Mixer
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour The base for our cookies, giving them structure.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda This helps our cookies rise and become fluffy.
- 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies.
- 1 cup packed brown sugar Gives a lovely caramel flavor and moisture.
- 1 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds a comforting flavor.
- 2 large eggs Binds everything together.
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips The star of the show!
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda; set aside.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, using a mixer, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Beat in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Step 5: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Step 6: Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Step 7: Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
- Step 9: Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
To keep your cookies fresh and delicious, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them!