Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Introduction

These chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate classic: simple, straightforward, and unbelievably delicious. No fancy ingredients, no chilling time—just a perfect, soft, and doughy cookie that’s fully baked and consistently amazing every time. Crispy on the edges, soft in the center, and loaded with chocolate chips (and nuts if you like), they’re sure to become your go-to cookie recipe.

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons hot water
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.

2. Cream Butter and Sugars

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.

3. Add Eggs and Vanilla

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

4. Mix Dry Ingredients

Dissolve the baking soda in the hot water. Add it to the batter along with the salt. Gradually stir in the flour until combined.

5. Add Chocolate Chips and Nuts

Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts (if using).

6. Scoop and Bake

Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them a couple of inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned but the centers remain soft.

7. Cool and Enjoy

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips for Perfect Cookies

Use room temperature butter for optimal texture.
Don’t overbake—cookies continue to set as they cool.
For extra gooeyness, slightly underbake by 30 seconds.
Substitute or omit walnuts if you prefer nut-free cookies.

These Best Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate comfort food: fast, easy, and guaranteed to satisfy every sweet tooth.