My Grandmother’s Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Make sure that your butter is at room temperature. It will help the butter and sugar become light and fluffy when creaming together. This is an important step in achieving a crisp cookie.
Ingredients
- ½ cup/4 ounces/116 grams unsalted
- butter, room temp
- ½ cup/3½ ounces/100grams granulated
- sugar
- ¼ cup/1¾ ounces/50grams light brown
- sugar
- 1 large egg, room temp
- 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup/4½ ounces/130grams all purpose
- flour
- ½ tsp./3 grams fine grain sea salt or 1
- tsp. /3 grams kosher salt
- ½ tsp. baking soda
- ½ cup/2 ½ ounces/70 grams chopped
- nuts, optional
- 1 cup/210 grams/7½ ounces semi sweet
- chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325˚F convection or 350˚F regular. Arrange 2 equally spaced oven racks. Prepare 2 cookies sheets with parchment.
- 2
In a standing mixer, cream the butter and sugars well, about 3 minutes, scraping down the sides several times.
- 3
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and baking soda.
- 4
Add the egg and vanilla, mix well, making sure to scrape down the sides and bottom of the mixer bowl.
- 5
Add the flour mixture to the butter/sugar/egg mixture. Mix well.
- 6
Fold in the nuts and chocolate chips.
- 7
Drop cookies using a spoon for small cookies or large cookie scoop to make 3 ½ inch cookies.
- 8
Bake for 12-17 minutes, depending on the size of the cookies. Makes 12 large cookies or 24 small.
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week depending on the ingredients.
- Can I Freeze This?
- Many baked desserts freeze well for up to 2 months. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and then foil to prevent freezer burn.
- Baking Tip
- Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature before starting unless the recipe specifies otherwise. This ensures better mixing and a more even bake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make My Grandmother’s Chocolate Chip Cookies?
This My Grandmother’s Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 17 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
Can I make this my grandmother’s chocolate chip cookies in advance?
Yes, many desserts can be prepared a day ahead. Store covered in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.