Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 stickunsalted butter
melted
- ½ cbrown sugar
packed
- ¼ cgranulated sugar
- 1 ½ call purpose flour
- ½ tspbaking soda
- 1 ½ tspkosher salt
- 1 largeegg
- 1 ½ tspvanilla extract
- 6 ozsemisweet chocolate
chopped
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2
In a large bowl whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
- 3
Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4
Fold in the flour, baking soda, and salt until almost fully combined.
- 5
Fold in the chopped chocolate (reserving some large chunks on the side).
- 6
Scoop 3 tbsp balls of dough onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Top each dough ball with a large chunk or two of chocolate.
- 7
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are just golden brown.
Chocolate Chunk Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving that perfect chocolate chip cookie experience—crisp edges, gooey center, and rich chocolate puddles—without the wait? These Chocolate Chunk Cookies deliver exactly that, and thanks to melted butter, there's no chill time required.
What sets these cookies apart is the thoughtful combination of textures and flavors. You'll find them hitting that sweet spot between thick and thin, with beautifully crisp, slightly crinkly edges yielding to a chewy, gooey center. The secret to those delightful chocolate puddles and seamless integration? Using chopped chocolate instead of chips. Plus, a little extra kosher salt balances the sweetness, making every bite incredibly satisfying.
Prepare for a sensory delight. Each cookie offers a delightful textural journey, starting with that satisfying snap of a crisp edge before melting into a soft, intensely chewy interior. The rich flavor of semisweet chocolate is prominent, enhanced by the subtle saltiness that keeps you reaching for another. You'll appreciate how quickly these come together, allowing you to enjoy warm, freshly baked cookies without any frustrating downtime. They're a truly indulgent dessert that tastes far more complex than their simple preparation suggests.
While this recipe shines with semisweet chocolate, feel free to experiment with your favorite chopped chocolate, whether that's dark for a more intense cocoa flavor or even milk chocolate for a sweeter profile. The key is to chop your own chocolate to achieve those desirable "puddles" that melt beautifully into the cookie.
These Chocolate Chunk Cookies are perfect for satisfying an impromptu dessert craving, sharing with friends, or simply enjoying with a glass of milk after a long day. They’re a comforting treat that always feels special.