Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies
There’s nothing quite like the comfort of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. This recipe makes about 15–18 cookies, each packed with rich chocolatey goodness.
Ingredients
- 185 g butter (¾ cup)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips (adjust to preference)
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir continuously until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Beat until fully mixed.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Whisk in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, half at a time. Mix well after each addition, but stop when the dough starts to get stiff.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This step is crucial for the perfect texture.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Bake: Scoop the dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 11 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool & Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.