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Bakery-style chocolate chip cookies fresh out of the oven with melted chocolate chunks.

Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies

These bakery-style chocolate chip cookies have crisp edges and a soft, gooey center, making them a classic treat that's easy to bake any day of the week.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened For best flavor and texture, use real butter, softened but not melted.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Brown sugar adds moisture and chew.
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar Using all granulated will yield a crisper cookie.
  • 2 large eggs Use room-temperature for better rise.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy, or weigh 280–290 g.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chocolate chips Mix milk and semi-sweet for contrast, or use a chocolate bar for chunks.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing until each is incorporated, then stir in vanilla.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients on low speed. Stop as soon as it is combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Use a spatula to fold chocolate chips evenly through the dough.
  7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough or use a 2-tablespoon scoop onto prepared sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 9–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are just set but still soft.
  3. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For leftovers, place a slice of bread or a folded paper towel in the container to maintain softness. Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. Warm cookies in the microwave or oven for optimal taste.

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