How to make Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being dairy-free.

semi-sweet chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate bar (chopped)

Dark chocolate chips have less sugar.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

In a separate bowl, cream together unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract until fully combined.

Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.

Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are still soft.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.

Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens