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Chocolate chip cookie recipe with gooey center, crisp edges, and golden brown color

Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

This chocolate chip cookie recipe is my go-to for soft, chewy cookies loaded with melty chocolate chips. Made from scratch using pantry staples, this easy one-bowl recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, no mixer needed. It’s perfect for weeknights, holidays, or just because.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 Cookies
Course: Baking, Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Melted or browned
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Packed
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 Large egg Room temperature
  • 1 Egg yolk Adds extra chewiness
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups All-purpose flour Measured properly
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 1/2 cups Chocolate chips Semi-sweet or mix of your choice

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl Large, heat-safe
  • 1 Whisk Or sturdy spoon
  • 1 Baking sheet Lined with parchment
  • 1 Cookie scoop Optional, for even portions
  • 1 Wire Rack For cooling

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, melt butter (brown it for deeper flavor if desired), then pour into a large bowl to cool slightly.
  2. Whisk in brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and glossy.
  3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla. Mix until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir into wet mixture until no dry streaks remain.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips. Optional: chill dough for 30 minutes.
  6. Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each ball.
  7. Bake at 325°F for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  8. Let cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Chilling the dough deepens flavor and reduces spread.
To freeze: scoop dough, freeze solid, store in a zip bag for up to 2 months.
Bake from frozen by adding 1–2 extra minutes.
Add flaky sea salt before baking for an elevated touch.