Description
These Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfectly soft in the center, slightly crispy on the edges, and loaded with melty chocolate chips. Made with brown sugar, real butter, and a secret extra egg yolk, they’re a classic cookie favorite everyone will love.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
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1/2 cup (105g) packed brown sugar
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
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1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
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1 1/4 cups (155g) all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 cup (170g) semisweet chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
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Mix wet ingredients:
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In a large bowl, stir melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Add egg and yolk:
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Beat in egg and extra yolk one at a time until creamy and combined.
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Combine dry ingredients:
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In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
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Fold in chocolate chips:
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Stir in chocolate chips evenly.
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Chill the dough:
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Preheat oven:
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Set to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
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Scoop dough:
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Portion dough using a tablespoon-sized scoop. Place on prepared baking sheets with space between.
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Bake until golden:
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Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
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Cool on the pan:
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Let cookies rest 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Optional final touch:
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Press extra chocolate chips onto warm cookies for a bakery-style finish.
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Enjoy or store:
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Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Notes
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For extra flavor, brown the butter before mixing.
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Can freeze dough balls for easy baking later.
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Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
