The Best and Most Versatile Cookie Recipe

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190 °C) (190°C (375 °F)). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

2. 2

   In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   Stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

7. 7

   Fold in the chocolate chips (or your preferred mix-ins) by hand using a spatula.

8. 8

   Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough (about 2 tablespoons per cookie) and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.

9. 9

   Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.

   Start 10-minute timer
10. 10

    Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Start 5-minute timer