Baking a fantastic batch of chocolate chip cookies is tough to pull off. There are so many ways that things can go horribly wrong: they can be overcooked, undercooked, too dry, too moist, or, worst of all, not have enough chocolate chips. Luckily, I’ve spent the last six months of my life perfecting my cookie recipe and will walk you through the simple step-by-step instructions. Keep scrolling to learn how to bake the best chocolate chips cookies ever.
From what types of sugars to include to what baking tools you’ll need to master this recipe, this is how to bake the best chocolate chip cookies of all time. And yes, I realize that might be a lofty claim, and I’m okay with that. Trust me, once you try one you’ll understand.
Grab a medium-sized mixing bowl and add your dry ingredients: three cups of all-purpose flour, one teaspoon of baking soda, one teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder. Whisk together until combined and set aside.
In your largest mixing bowl, add one cup of softened salted butter, one cup of white granulated sugar, and one cup of packed light brown sugar and cream together.
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Beat in two large eggs and two teaspoons of pure vanilla extract. You don’t want to skimp with the vanilla; get the good stuff and don’t be afraid to add a bit extra.
Mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until sufficiently combined. Pour a 12-ounce bag of high-quality semi-sweet chocolate chips to your dough and mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined.
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If you want your cookies to bake evenly and be exactly the same size, a cookie scoop is your best option. Not only does it divide your dough into perfectly sized portions, but it also keeps your hands clean. I used a cookie scoop for the first time a few months ago and was shocked at how much more professional-looking and tasting my cookies turned out.
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For this recipe, I recommend making dough balls that are roughly two to three tablespoons in size, but you can make them larger or smaller, depending on your personal preference. Arrange them in even rows on your sheet so they have enough space to spread out. Pop them in the oven and set your timer for eight to ten minutes. Take them out when they’re just starting to turn brown on the tops. Be careful not to overbake!
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Allow your cookies to sit for two minutes on these sheets before transferring them to a cooling rack. Enjoy!