Description
Discover how to make chewy chocolate chip cookies with a perfectly soft center and crisp edges. These cookies blend melted butter, brown sugar, and chunks of dark chocolate for an irresistible treat that’s easy to prepare and great for sharing.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped dark chocolate (or any chocolate of your choice)
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl or mixer, combine the melted butter with both brown and granulated sugars. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until smooth and well incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Gently mix just until combined to avoid overworking the dough. Fold in the chopped dark chocolate evenly throughout the batter.
- Shape Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough into approximately 1.5-tablespoon-sized balls for consistent cookie size.
- Chill Dough: Arrange the dough balls on a tray and refrigerate them for at least 20 minutes. This chilling step enhances the cookie texture and flavor. You may also freeze the dough for future use.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate cleanup.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the chilled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them adequately to allow spreading. Bake for 10-11 minutes until the edges are golden brown and centers remain slightly undercooked for extra chewiness.
- Finish and Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and sprinkle flaky sea salt on top while still warm if desired. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes to firm up before serving and enjoying.
Notes
- Chilling the dough not only improves texture but also enhances flavor by allowing the ingredients to meld.
- For a different flavor profile, try using milk or semi-sweet chocolate instead of dark chocolate.
- Sprinkling flaky sea salt on warm cookies balances sweetness and adds a gourmet touch.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Freezing dough balls allows for quick cookie preparation whenever desired; just bake directly from frozen adding a couple extra minutes to baking time.
