These Chocolate Chip Pan Cookies are incredibly versatile and pair wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a simple dessert. You could also serve them with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee or tea for a cozy afternoon treat. To make it a bit more festive, consider adding a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top. When having a family movie night, these cookies can be a sweet star snack on their own!
Servings: 16
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cookies to cool in the pan before cutting them into squares.
Variations & Tips
For a fun twist, consider adding some chopped nuts, like walnuts or pecans, to the batter for extra crunch. If you’re dealing with picky eaters, you can mix in some colorful M&M’s instead of chocolate chips. You could also sprinkle some sea salt on top before baking for a sweet and salty combination that’s absolutely delicious. For a festive touch during the holidays, try adding some dried cranberries or white chocolate chips.