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Million Dollar Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cpacked dark brown sugar
- ½ cunsalted butter
at room temperature
- ¼ cgranulated sugar
- 1 largeegg
room temperature
- 1 tbsp.vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ call-purpose flour
about 7 1/2 oz.
- 1 tsp.instant espresso granules
- ¾ tsp.baking powder
- ¾ tsp.kosher salt
- ½ tsp.baking soda
- ¾ cminiature semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cbittersweet chocolate chips
divided
- 2milk chocolate bar
chopped and divided, such as lindt
- flaky sea salt
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F with racks in top third and lower third positions. Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. Gather all ingredients.
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- 2
Beat brown sugar, butter, and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla until well combined, about 30 seconds more.
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- 3
Whisk together flour, instant espresso, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a medium bowl until combined. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating on low speed until just blended, 2 minutes. Stir in semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup of the bittersweet chocolate chips, and 1/2 cup of the milk chocolate.
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- 4
Using a 1-ounce scoop or a 2-tablespoon measure, scoop dough about 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets (about 8 cookies per sheet).
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- 5
Press remaining 1/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips and 1/2 cup chopped milk chocolate onto each dough mound; reserve 1 cup remaining milk chocolate.
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- 6
Bake in preheated oven until cookies start to spread, about 7 minutes. Dot cookies with remaining 1 cup milk chocolate. Rotate baking sheets from top to bottom and continue baking until lightly golden brown and centers are set, 8 more minutes. Sprinkle with flaky salt.
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Million Dollar Chocolate Chip Cookies
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About this Recipe
Tired of settling for just good chocolate chip cookies when you're craving truly great ones? Get ready for Million Dollar Chocolate Chip Cookies, the recipe designed to transform your cookie game and deliver an unforgettable experience.
Why These Cookies Are a Million Dollar Treat
What makes these chocolate chip cookies stand out in a crowd? The secret lies in a thoughtfully crafted combination of flavors and textures. This recipe specifically calls for three distinct types of chocolate: mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, bittersweet chocolate chips, and chopped milk chocolate bar. This triumvirate creates an incredibly complex chocolate experience, ensuring every bite is rich, layered, and deeply satisfying. Beyond the chocolate, a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors elevates these cookies from simple dessert to something truly extraordinary.
When you bake these Million Dollar Chocolate Chip Cookies, expect nothing less than perfection. You'll bite into a cookie with a delightful chew, studded with pockets of melted, nuanced chocolate. The interplay between the sweet notes of milk chocolate and dark brown sugar, contrasted by the intense bittersweet chocolate and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, creates a symphony of flavors that will have you reaching for another. The hint of instant espresso granules subtly deepens the overall chocolate flavor, making it even more robust without imparting a coffee taste. These cookies aren't just a dessert; they're an indulgence, promising a decadent experience that tastes like it came from a gourmet bakery.
Customization & Variations
While the specific blend of three chocolates is key to their "million dollar" status, you can certainly adjust to your pantry or preference. Feel free to vary the ratio of mini semi-sweet, bittersweet, or milk chocolate, or experiment with different high-quality milk chocolate bars. If you prefer a less intense salty note, simply reduce the amount of flaky sea salt sprinkled on top, or omit it altogether. However, we highly recommend keeping at least a touch of that salt for the ultimate flavor balance.
These cookies are perfect for any occasion that calls for something truly special. Serve them warm with a tall glass of cold milk, alongside a cup of coffee, or as the grand finale to a dinner party. They also make an incredibly thoughtful and impressive gift for friends, family, or neighbors.