DAMARIS PHILLIPS - Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Who doesn't love a warm chocolate chip cookie, straight from the oven? Not only is this simple recipe perfect for your sweet tooth, you can also package the refrigerated dough as a quick gift when guests stop by!

3 Dozen Cookies

30 Minutes

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 3 sticks butter, chilled
  • 1 firmly packed cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 10 ounces chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine the flour, baking soda and salt in a large bowl and set aside. In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter, brown sugar and sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix on medium-low speed. Add the dry ingredients, and mix on medium-low speed until combined. Stir in the chocolate chip.

Store dough in an air tight container in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake. Package in festive containers for a fun housewarming surprise or holiday gift.

To bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

Using a 1-inch cookie scoop, scoop the dough into balls and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake until the cookies are golden brown around the edges and soft in the center, 12-15 minutes.