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Plate of 24 golden-brown chocolate chip cookies with melty chocolate chips, next to a glass of cold milk on a rustic wooden table.

Homemade Cookies

Discover easy homemade cookies recipes perfect for any occasion! From classic chocolate chip to fun variations, find tips for baking cookies everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the lined baking sheets, ensuring there's about 2 inches of space between each one. Bake until the edges turn golden brown (10 minutes).
  5. Leave the cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes to cool, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with a refreshing glass of milk!

Notes

Tips:
  • Use ingredients at room temperature: Softened butter and eggs at room temperature make for a smoother, more consistent dough.
  • Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes prior to baking to achieve thicker cookies.
  • Get creative with mix-ins: Try adding nuts, white chocolate chips, or a swirl of peanut butter to personalize these cookies.