Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C), setting the stage for delicious cookies.

2. Step 2

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt, then set this mixture aside for later.

3. Step 3

   In a separate bowl, take your softened butter and shortening, and cream them together with brown sugar, white sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract until the blend is smooth and creamy—this is where the magic begins! Next, crack an egg into the creamed mixture and beat it in until everything is well combined, creating a rich and inviting base.

4. Step 4

   Now, it’s time to gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined; you want to keep that lovely texture intact.

5. Step 5

   Once that’s done, fold in the semisweet chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough—because who doesn’t love a chocolatey surprise in every bite? Using rounded tablespoons, drop the dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet, making sure to space them about 2 inches apart to give them room to spread.

6. Step 6

   Pop the cookie sheet into your preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges turn a delightful golden brown.

7. Step 7

   Once they’re out of the oven, let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Step 8

   Enjoy the sweet aroma filling your kitchen as you anticipate the first bite of your homemade treats!.