Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. - Combine wet ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy. - Form the dough
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir until just combined—do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips (and nuts if using). - Chill the dough (recommended)
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours). This step improves flavor and prevents spreading. - Preheat and prepare
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Scoop and bake
Scoop dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and space them apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers look slightly underbaked. - Cool and serve
Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store for later.
Tips for Perfect Cookies
- Don’t skip chilling: It deepens flavor and improves texture.
- Underbake slightly: Cookies continue to cook on the tray after removal.
- Use good chocolate: Higher-quality chips or chunks make a big difference.
- Measure flour correctly: Spoon and level to avoid dense cookies.
Variations
- Extra gooey: Add more brown sugar or an extra egg yolk.
- Crispy style: Use more white sugar and bake a minute longer.
- Chunky bakery style: Use chocolate chunks instead of chips.
- Sea salt finish: Sprinkle flaky salt on top before baking.
Storage
- Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freezer: Freeze dough balls and bake fresh when needed
Final Thoughts
These chocolate chip cookies strike the perfect balance between soft and crispy, rich and sweet. Once you try them, they’re likely to become your go-to recipe—the kind you memorize and pass down.