The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ call-purpose flour
spooned and leveled, please see notes
- ½ tspbaking powder
- ½ tspbaking soda
- ½ tspsea salt
- ¾ csalted butter
softened
- ¾ clight brown sugar
- ¼ cgranulated sugar
- 2egg yolks
at room temperature
- 1 tbspvanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 6 ozdark chocolate bars
chopped, 60% cacao
- flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350℉ (175℃). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Then set aside.
- 3
Add the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar to a large bowl. Cream the butter and sugars together with an electric mixer on high speed for two minutes, or until light and fluffy.
- 4
Next, add in the egg yolks and vanilla and mix on medium speed for two minutes, or until the mixture is pale in color and fluffy.
- 5
Add in the dry ingredients and mix on low speed just until combined, or fold in with a rubber spatula.
- 6
Add the chopped dark chocolate in and mix on low speed just until incorporated, or fold in with a rubber spatula.
- 7
Scoop the dough with a large, 2 tablespoon cookie scoop. Arrange the cookie dough balls 2 inches apart on a prepared baking sheet.
- 8
Bake the cookies for 10-11 minutes, just until you see the edges getting light golden brown.
- 9
When the cookies are straight out of the oven, scoot a large circular cookie cutter around them to give them a perfect circular shape. While they're cooling, sprinkle the cookies with flaky sea salt.
- 10
Transfer to a cooling rack after 5 minutes. Let them cool for 10 minutes and then dig in!
If chilling the dough
- 1
Scoop the dough into 20 balls. Cover them with cling wrap and let them chill over night for the best flavor.
- 2
Once ready to bake, let the scooped dough come to room temperature.
- 3
Bake as instructed above! Enjoy!!
The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
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About this Recipe
Searching for that elusive perfect chocolate chip cookie—chewy in the middle, crisp on the edges, and bursting with melty chocolate? Look no further. These are truly The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies, designed to deliver an unforgettable treat with ingredients you likely already have on hand. Craving restaurant-quality texture and rich flavor from your own kitchen? This recipe makes it easy.
Why These Cookies Stand Out
What truly sets these cookies apart is the thoughtful combination of ingredients and how they contribute to a superior texture and taste. Using salted butter adds a layer of depth and balances the sweetness, while the specific inclusion of two egg yolks is a secret weapon for achieving that coveted chewy center. The choice of dark chocolate bars, chopped (60% cacao) ensures generous, luxurious pockets of pure, melty chocolate throughout each bite, elevating these far beyond standard chocolate chip cookies.
Prepare for a cookie experience that hits all the right notes. Each bite delivers a perfectly chewy center contrasting beautifully with crisp, golden edges. Generous pockets of melty dark chocolate provide a rich counterpoint to the sweetness, all brought into perfect harmony with a delicate sprinkle of flaky sea salt. It's a delightful blend of textures and flavors, promising an easy, comforting dessert that feels incredibly special.
These cookies are remarkably adaptable, allowing you to tailor them to your preferences. While the dark chocolate bars are key to their character, you could experiment with a mix of milk chocolate and dark chocolate for a slightly sweeter profile. Don't have vanilla bean paste? Vanilla extract works perfectly, ensuring that essential warm, aromatic note. The beauty lies in their robust foundation, which can handle slight tweaks without losing their charm.
These cookies are ideal for any occasion, from a simple after-dinner treat to a festive gathering. Enjoy them warm with a glass of cold milk, or alongside your favorite coffee for an ultimate indulgence.