Description
These Amazing Chocolate Chip Cookies offer the perfect balance of crisp edges and chewy centers. Made with browned butter, a mix of granulated and light brown sugars, and plenty of chocolate chips, these cookies deliver a rich, nutty flavor with a tender texture. Chilling the dough overnight enhances the depth of flavor and ensures ideal consistency for baking. Simple to prepare and utterly delicious, they are a classic treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
- 1 Large Egg
- 1 Extra Egg Yolk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips or Chunks
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan over medium heat, gently melt the unsalted butter. For enhanced flavor, continue cooking until the butter turns light brown and emits a nutty aroma (brown butter). Remove from heat and cool for about 5 minutes.
- Combine Sugars and Butter: Pour the slightly cooled melted butter into a large mixing bowl. Add granulated sugar and light brown sugar. Whisk vigorously for about 1 minute until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the whole egg, extra egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Whisk for 1-2 minutes until the mixture lightens in color, thickens, and emulsifies well.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, ensuring no lumps remain and ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add Dry to Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed with an electric mixer or folding by hand using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in chocolate chips or chunks until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Chill the Dough (CRITICAL!): Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight. This step develops flavor and improves texture.
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Baking Sheets: When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Portion the Dough: Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop or by rolling into approximately 1.5-inch diameter balls, place dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake one sheet at a time for 10-12 minutes, until edges turn golden brown and crisp, but centers remain slightly pale and chewy.
- Cool: Remove cookies from oven. If desired, sprinkle flaky sea salt over warm cookies. Let cool on baking sheets for 5-10 minutes to set before transferring to a wire rack or serving.
Notes
- Brown butter step is optional but highly recommended for richer flavor.
- Chilling dough for at least 2 hours is critical to enhance flavor and prevent excessive spreading during baking.
- Do not overmix dough once dry ingredients are added to avoid tough cookies.
- You can substitute chocolate chips with chunks or mix of dark and milk chocolate for varied texture.
- Flaky sea salt sprinkled on top adds a delightful contrast to the sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes per batch
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate chip cookies, brown butter cookies, chewy cookies, crisp edge cookies, classic cookie recipe, homemade cookies
