Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt
Classic cookies with a perfect balance of sweet chocolate and a subtle sea salt finish. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 32 minutes layers (2 sticks), softened butter, granulated sugar, packed brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 24, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks), softened butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup, packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup packed brown sugar until creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 2 eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp sea salt.
- Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt take to make?
Total time is about 32 minutes (20 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 24 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 24). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a quick dessert. The sea salt really enhances the chocolate chips.
- ★★★★★
Easy to make and the sea salt on top is perfect! My family loved them.
- ★★★★☆
A classic recipe with a nice twist. The sea salt really elevates the chocolate chips.
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