Description
Indulge in the warmth and joy of ultra-thick chocolate chip cookies with crispy edges and gooey centers, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups chocolate chips
- 14 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- Optional: Extra chocolate chips and flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat the melted butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Incorporate the eggs, one at a time, along with the vanilla extract.
- Combine and Fold: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop and Shape: Use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough onto the baking sheets, leaving space between each scoop.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Set: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using a mix of semisweet and dark chocolate chips. Ensure to chill the dough for thicker cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg