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The Ultimate Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Three thick, gooey chocolate chip cookies stacked on a white plate, topped with flaky sea salt.
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Follow this foolproof recipe to make bakery-style chocolate chip cookies that are soft, chewy, and loaded with melted chocolate. This guide combines research and instinct for the best results.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened then slightly melted
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or a mix of chips and chunks)
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaked sea salt, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the slightly melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. This step is key for texture.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips by hand.
  6. Cover the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours. Chilling develops flavor and prevents spreading.
  7. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each mound. For thicker cookies, press the dough balls slightly flatter.
  9. Bake for 9 to 12 minutes. The edges should be golden brown, but the centers should still look slightly soft and underbaked.
  10. Remove from the oven. If using, immediately sprinkle the tops with flaked sea salt.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra gooey centers, use a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips.
  • If you skip chilling, the cookies will spread more, resulting in thinner, crispier edges.
  • To achieve that bakery-style height, use a cookie scoop and slightly press the dough balls into a dome shape before baking.

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