These old fashioned chocolate chip cookies are soft, buttery, and have just the right amount of sweetness. They're sure to be your new go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe.
Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Next, dissolve your baking soda into the hot water. Set aside.
Cream together the butter (softened to room temperature), brown sugar, and sugar.
Add in the vanilla and egg and mix again.
Add the water and baking soda as well as the remaining ingredients except for the chocolate chips. Mix until well combined, scraping the sides occasionally.
Stir in the chocolate chips and any nuts (if desired). Form dough balls out of two tablespoons of dough. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes on a greased or parchment paper (not wax paper) lined baking sheet.
Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before transferring. This will help them finish baking.
Notes
Nutritional information is an estimate only.Tips:
Bring your butter to room temperature. Do not melt.
The dough may seem crumbly at first but it will form together when you make your cookie dough balls to bake.
You can add in a half of a cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to these cookies, if desired. Add them in with the chocolate chips.
Leftovers:Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. These cookies will be good for up to four days after baking.