Sweet Celebrations: National Chocolate Chip Day 2025

What Is National Chocolate Chip Day?

National Chocolate Chip Day is dedicated to the small but mighty chocolate chip—a simple ingredient that revolutionized baking. These little morsels bring a burst of flavor to countless desserts and have been a pantry staple for nearly a century. Celebrated annually on May 15th, this fun foodie holiday encourages everyone to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for chocolate chip desserts with family, friends, and followers.

A Quick History of Chocolate Chips

The chocolate chip has humble beginnings. It was invented by Ruth Wakefield in the 1930s when she added chopped semi-sweet chocolate to cookie dough at the Toll House Inn in Massachusetts. Expecting the chocolate to melt, she was surprised to find that the chunks held their shape—and thus, the first chocolate chip cookie was born!

Nestlé eventually began producing chocolate morsels, and today, there are dozens of variations including milk, dark, white, and even caramel-filled chips.

Fun Fact:
Americans consume over 7 billion chocolate chip cookies each year! It’s no surprise that this cookie holds the top spot in the hearts (and stomachs) of many.

Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day the best way possible—by baking a fresh batch of warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies! Here's a quick and classic recipe anyone can make:

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 3/4 cup granulated sugar

• 3/4 cup packed brown 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 semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.

3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla.

4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.

5. Stir in chocolate chips.

6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.

7. Bake for 9–11 minutes or until golden brown.

8. Cool on wire racks and enjoy!

Pro Tip: For an extra touch, sprinkle a little sea salt on top before baking for that perfect sweet-salty combo!

Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day 2025 by whipping up a batch of homemade cookies and sharing them with friends, coworkers, or loved ones. It's a sweet way to make memories—and maybe start a new yearly tradition!