There’s something magical about the smell of cookies baking in the oven. It brings back memories of my childhood, curled up in the kitchen with my grandma, watching her work her magic. One of my favorite recipes from those days is for chewy chocolate chip cookies, perfectly balanced with a sprinkle of sea salt that elevates the flavor to new heights. Let’s create this delicious treat together!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. This will ensure your cookies don’t stick and get a perfect golden bottom.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes, so be patient; it’s worth it!
Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the mixture, one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next. This adds moisture and richness to your cookies.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep your cookies soft and chewy.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough. At this point, you can also sneak a few chocolate chips for yourself—baking is all about enjoying the process!
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. This allows room for spreading as they bake.
Before baking, sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each cookie dough ball. This step is key—it adds a delightful contrast to the sweetness of the chocolate!
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft. Remember, they will continue to cook a bit on the baking sheet after you take them out of the oven.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The smell wafting through your kitchen will be irresistible!
Enjoy your chewy chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or share them with friends and family. Each bite is a reminder of those cherished moments spent in the kitchen, and that’s what baking is all about!