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My Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in these delicious chocolate chip cookies with a perfect balance of crunch and chewiness!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 2 cups minus 2 tablespoons cake flour For a soft and tender texture.
  • 1 cup bread flour Adds chewiness and structure.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Adds extra lift.
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt Enhances all the flavors.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter The star ingredient for richness.
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar Adds moisture and depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Balances the brown sugar's richness.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract For that classic flavor.
  • 1 pound bittersweet chocolate disks Choose at least 60% cacao content for richness.
  • Sea salt Optional, but adds an amazing finish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). This ensures your cookies will bake evenly.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, bread flour, baking soda, baking powder, and coarse salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, packed light brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the pure vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Using a spatula, gently fold in the bittersweet chocolate disks until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. If you like, lightly sprinkle sea salt on top of each cookie before baking.
  9. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look slightly underbaked.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, consider browning the butter before mixing.
  • Let the dough chill for at least 30 minutes before baking for a thicker cookie.
  • Experiment with different types of chocolate for varied flavors.