Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

The Perfect Soft-Baked Cookie Every Time

If you’re after that bakery-style cookie with a soft center and melty chocolate in every bite, this soft chocolate chip cookies recipe is your new go-to. These cookies stay tender for days and deliver rich, buttery flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup brown sugar, packed

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Cream the Butter and Sugars

In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Add Wet Ingredients

Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until fully combined.

4. Fold in Chocolate Chips

Gently stir in chocolate chips. For even softer cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes.

5. Bake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers are still soft.

6. Cool

Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Why These Cookies Are a Favorite

• Soft and chewy texture that doesn’t dry out

• Easy to freeze dough for future baking

• Customizable with nuts, white chocolate, or sea salt

• No fancy equipment needed

Tips for the Best Results

• Don’t overbake — cookies continue to cook on the tray after you remove them.

• Use room-temperature ingredients for even mixing.

• Slightly underbaking keeps centers irresistibly gooey.