Everyone loves cookies. But perfect chocolate chip cookies? That’s something special. This recipe is easy to follow, with no hard steps or strange ingredients. Anyone can make them — and they turn out crispy, chewy, sweet, and buttery every time.

No chilling time needed
Simple ingredients only
Ready in under 30 minutes
Freezer-friendly dough

Why This Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe is the Best

This cookie recipe is great for kids and beginners. It uses only basic ingredients like flour, butter, eggs, sugar, and chocolate chips. You don’t need to chill the dough. Just mix, roll, and bake. The result? Cookies that are soft in the center and crispy on the edges.

Ingredients You Will Need

Here’s a list of what you need to make these tasty cookies:

Dry Ingredients:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup softened butter
3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-Ins:

2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)

“Making these with my kids was as much fun as eating them!”
-Anonymous

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies Step by Step

Making these cookies is easy. Follow these simple steps:

Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, add flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir them well.
Cream butter and sugars: In another bowl, beat butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add eggs and vanilla: Beat them into the butter mix until combined.
Add dry to wet mix: Slowly stir in the dry ingredients.
Add chocolate chips: Mix until the chips are spread evenly.
Roll the dough: Use a cookie scoop to make same-sized balls.

Helpful Tools for Baking Cookies

Here are tools that help make perfect cookies every time:

Tool	Use
Cookie scoop	Makes all cookies same size
Parchment paper	Prevents sticking on the baking sheet
Measuring cups	For accurate flour and sugar amounts
Wire rack	Helps cookies cool evenly
Airtight container	Keeps cookies fresh for days

Baking the Cookies

Put the dough balls on a baking sheet. Space them 1.5 to 2 inches apart. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes. Don’t wait for them to look fully cooked. Take them out when the edges look a bit brown, but the centers are soft.

Important: Do not over-bake. Let the cookies sit on the sheet for 5 minutes after baking. They will set and be chewy, not hard.

Freezing Cookie Dough

You can freeze the dough for later. Here’s how:

Roll dough into balls.
Place on a tray in the freezer for 30 minutes.
Store in a plastic bag or box for up to 2 months.

When ready to bake, use one of these ways:

Thaw method: Let dough thaw for 1-2 hours, then bake at 375°F.
Bake from frozen: Place in cold oven, set to 350°F, bake for 15 minutes.

Storing Baked Cookies

To keep cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container. They stay soft at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months.

Tips for Best Results

Use softened butter, not melted.
Measure flour correctly — scoop and level.
Use plenty of chocolate chips — at least 2 per bite.
Watch the oven closely — cookies bake fast.

These cookies are easy to make and always turn out great. The soft dough, gooey chocolate, and crispy edges make them the best treat. Whether for school, guests, or fun, this recipe will always bring smiles.