The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Ever

This is the best chocolate chip cookies recipe ever: a simple dough to make chocolate chip cookies that last and turn out perfectly every single time! The flavor and texture of these cookies are not comparable to any other cookies recipe out there, trust me. 

If cookies are your obsession, you know how rare it is to find a foolproof recipe that works and it’s also easy to make at home: I’ve spent years perfecting this method, and today I can definitely say that this is the Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Ever.

They’re crispy on the bottom but chewy, and the chocolate spread evenly so you will never bite a piece of cookie without also biting a piece of chocolate.

How do you make chocolate chip cookies from scratch?

There are a few tricks to make sure your chocolate chip cookies turn out the way they should, but I’ll tell you everything after the step-by-step recipe, so you can start planning your shopping list to make sure you’ve everything that you need to bake these cookies at home.

Chocolate Chip Cookies FAQ

How to make easy cookies from scratch? Here all the answers to your questions on how to make the best chocolate chip cookie recipe ever!

What is the secret to chewy chocolate chip cookies?

The secret is all in the baking: you don’t have to over-bake these cookies. It may look like your cookies are not ready to be taken out of the oven, but as soon as they start becoming slightly brown they must come out. They will set up as they sit on the cooling rack and they will be deliciously chewy.

Why do my chocolate chip cookies come out flat?

There can be multiple reasons why your cookies spread but the biggest problem is usually the butter. In fact, if you’ve used butter that is too soft or even melted, your cookies will spread. There’s not much that you can do, but if you notice your dough is not firm don’t use it and refrigerate it for 2 hours: in this way, the temperature of the ingredients will be perfect to bake the perfect chocolate chip cookies.

Why did my cookies spread out so much?

The biggest mistake we can make when we bake these cookies is not making space in the baking pan: cookies should be spaced about 2 inches apart, otherwise, they melt down. If your cookies have baked together you can still eat them, so do not worry!

Why are my cookies raw in the middle?

This is probably because the cookie dough balls were too varied in size. To avoid this, use a tablespoon to portion out cookie dough uniformly or, if you want to look and be even more professional, you can also use a cookie scoop.

Why my cookies are sour?

Well, you’ve probably used too much baking soda and it has unbalanced the whole recipe. There’s no easy fix for this: just use the chocolate chip cookies with some ice cream or whipped cream, to bring the stinginess down, but this may not be enough.

What flour should I use for my chocolate chip cookies recipe?

We recommend you use unbleached all-purpose flour. This recipe works well also with almond flour and gluten-free flour.

Do I have to use salted butter or is it optional?

Salted butter gives your cookie that kick you want and need. You can use unsalted butter, but your cookies will be a bit blander in terms of flavor.

Why there are so few chocolate chips in my cookies?

You may have used too little chocolate chips or you may have chosen a brand that doesn’t work well with this recipe. Next time, make sure you add more chips to your dough. For a better taste, chop high-quality chocolate bars into chunks and use them!

Can I freeze this chocolate chip cookie dough?

Yes, you can! Just roll the dough into balls, and freeze it. When you want to bake them, remove the dough balls from the freezer, set them on parchment-lined baking and let them defrost! Once they’ve reached the room temperature, they’re ready to be baked.

Do I have to use a mixer for chocolate chip cookies?

Cookie dough can be mixed by hand, with an electric mixer, or with a stand mixer. I think that using an electric mixer or a stand mixer is the best solution because your dough will be soft and won’t be lumpy. I mix the chocolate chips by hand, to avoid over-mixing the ingredients.

Can I use other ingredients to make these cookies?

You can use peanut butter instead of salted butter, just to name one. You can also add sprinkles or substitute chocolate chips with sprinkles. I personally don’t recommend changing anything else, because I have no visibility on the result.

These cookies hold a special place in my heart: they remind me of my childhood and are the best things to bake when you don’t have time but you want to treat your mind and your heart. They’re so easy to make that they will become your best homemade chocolate chip cookies recipe.

At the end of the day, cookies really make the world a better place!