The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Buttery, slightly crisp-edged cookies with a tender, chewy center and pockets of gooey chocolate—simple technique elevated by chilling and careful baking. Each bite balances caramelized sugar, real vanilla, and just enough salt for contrast.
2 ¼ cup all-purpose flour, sifted
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp kosher salt
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup packed brown sugar, light or dark
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
¼ tsp baking powder
1 tbsp cornstarch
¼ tsp coarse sea salt, for sprinkling, optional
½ cup toasted chopped pecans, chopped, optional
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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