Ashley's Chocolate Chip Cookies

Recipe View Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution for a perfect rise. (2 minutes)

Recipe View In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for achieving that signature chewy texture. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. (1 minute)

Recipe View Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough. (1 minute)

Recipe View Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft. (8-10 minutes)

Recipe View Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking. (5 minutes)