How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies?

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 sticks Unsalted Butter, Cold And Cubed, 1 cup Light Brown Sugar, 1 cup Granulated Sugar, 2 whole Eggs, and more.

Is Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies suitable as drinks & smoothies?

Yes, Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Name: Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 sticks Unsalted Butter, Cold And Cubed; 1 cup Light Brown Sugar; 1 cup Granulated Sugar; 2 whole Eggs; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 2-3/4 cups All-purpose Flour; 1 teaspoon Table Salt; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Baking Soda; 2-1/2 cups Chocolate Chips Or Chunks; 1 cup Chopped Nuts (optional)

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1339 kcal · Drinks & Smoothies

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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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1. In bowl of electric mixer fitted with paddle, cream together butter and sugars until well blended and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, then mix in vanilla and beat until well incorporated.
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2. Add flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder and mix until just combined. Gently fold in chocolate chips/chunks and nuts. I ended up using a combination of mini chocolate chips and regular chocolate chips because I had some bags left over from Christmas baking and I needed to use them. Worked great!
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3. Transfer dough to clean work surface and gently mix dough by hand to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
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4. Scoop dough (about a tablespoon each) onto cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. I used one of those spring release cookie scoopers - makes it so much easier.
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5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, depending on how gooey and rawish you like the interior, until very lightly browned, taking care not to overbake. I had my rack in the middle part of my oven and it took about 11 minutes. Only bake one sheet pan at a time. Also, in between cookie batches, I kept my bowl of dough in the fridge to keep it cool.
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6. Let cookies cool on rack and store what you don't immediately eat in an airtight container.
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Cook's Notes: The original recipe called for these to be 4 ounce sized cookies. I scaled them down to be more kid-friendly. If you want to make the 4 ounce size, you'll need to bake them for about 15-20 minutes and you'll probably only get about 10 cookies out of this recipe. These are best eaten on the day they are made (they are ESPECIALLY great warm out of the oven - like most chocolate chip cookies). What you don't eat, put into an airtight container. To freshen them after a few days (if they last that long), give them a quick nuke in the microwave for 3-5 seconds. Also, for a little variation, try adding 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
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Original Recipe credited to: Levain Bakery

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

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