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The Ultimate Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Close-up of thick, gooey chocolate chip cookies stacked on a white plate, sprinkled with flaky sea salt.
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You can make bakery-style chocolate chip cookies at home! This easy, foolproof recipe delivers soft, gooey centers and perfectly crisp edges every time. Give yourself some kudos for baking these incredible treats.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling often, until the milk solids toast and turn deep brown and the butter smells nutty. Pour into a heatproof bowl and let cool for 15 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined. This is a great step to celebrate!
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 72 hours. Chilling is one of the secrets to the best chewy chocolate chip cookies!
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop the dough into balls (about 3 tablespoons each) and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
  10. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look slightly underbaked.
  11. Remove from the oven. Immediately sprinkle the tops with flaky sea salt, if using. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. You did it!

Notes

  • Browning the butter adds a deep, complex flavor that makes these bakery-style cookies taste amazing.
  • Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing spread and developing that perfect chewy texture. Give yourself kudos for planning ahead!
  • For extra gooey chocolate chip cookies, press a few extra chocolate chips onto the tops of the dough balls right before baking.

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