These irresistible chocolate chip cookies strike the perfect balance between crispy golden edges and soft, chewy centers. Loaded with rich semisweet chocolate chips and optional crunchy walnuts, every bite delivers that classic homemade flavor everyone craves. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or just satisfying a sweet tooth, this recipe guarantees bakery-quality cookies right from your own kitchen.
With simple pantry staples and easy steps, these cookies come together quickly and bake up beautifully every time. The combination of brown and white sugars creates depth and chewiness, while a touch of vanilla enhances the warm, comforting flavor. Make a batch for sharing—or keep them all to yourself, we won’t judge.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 48
Yield: 48 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons hot water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets if desired.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Dissolve baking soda in hot water, then add to the mixture along with salt. Mix until fully combined.
- Gradually stir in flour until a soft dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.