Grandma's Cookies
- Average
- 40 min
- Kcal 375
Warm afternoons and family get-togethers just seem a little brighter with a plate of chocolate chip cookies on the kitchen counter. Soft in the middle and slightly crisped around the edges, these homemade cookies stand out for their chewy texture and nice sweet balance. What families love most is the way these homemade cookies bring that classic touch to any occasion—think birthday parties, weekend snacks, or even as a surprise in a school lunchbox. The classic cookie look—golden, dotted with rich, molasses-like flavors and melty chips—makes them especially inviting (DELICIOUS with cold milk, trust me). Busy, tired after-school days or low-key Sundays, these easy cookie recipes always seem right for the moment...and yes, they actually taste as good as they look. Every bite delivers a familiar, satisfying mix of soft dough and gooey chocolate (pretty much what regular bakers keep coming back for), plus just enough sweetness to make you want another.
Home cooks tend to stick with this reliable cookie favorite year after year because it brings easy success—no stressing and no special tools needed. Love how easy to pair with everything these are (coffee, cocoa, a scoop of ice cream), and that chewy cookies will still have a moist center whether you enjoy them warm or the next day. Flexibility is huge for families: you can easily toss in a handful of extra chips, swap for nuts, or get playful with dried fruits for a quick twist. The simple look—round, fluffy, lightly golden—means these homemade cookies always fit right on a party plate or in a gift box, without fuss...plus even picky kids ask for seconds. If you ever find yourself craving a little variety, recipes like these tend to switch easily into sugar cookies territory, which is pretty handy. Every batch reminds busy families why chocolate chip cookies remain such a hit—just the kind of treat that sparks smiles and brings everyone back to the table. A real win for family-friendly baking, plus they're always GREAT for sharing (seriously, don’t plan on leftovers!).
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To prepare the cookies, make sure the butter is soft. Then pour into a bowl the brown sugar and the granulated sugar 1. Add a pinch of salt 2 and the butter 3.
Work with an electric mixer until the ingredients are combined 4, add the egg 5 and work again with the electric mixer 6.
Once it is well absorbed, add the flour 7 and the baking soda 8. Work with the electric mixer 9 until you have a smooth mixture.
Add the chocolate chips 10 and mix with a spatula 11. Now using a 2-inch diameter scoop take a portion of dough (about 1.4-1.6 oz) 12.
Then, place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, well spaced apart 13, as they will tend to spread a lot during baking. Bake in a preheated static oven at 375°F for 13-15 minutes until they are golden brown. Remove from the oven 14, let cool and serve your cookies 15!