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The Ultimate Thick and Chewy Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Follow this foolproof method for bakery-style chocolate chip cookies that are thick, chewy, and loaded with chocolate. This easy, from-scratch recipe delivers the perfect texture every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This takes about 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  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 the dough.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.
  7. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets using a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons per cookie) to create thick cookies. Place them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. For thicker, chewier cookies, aim for edges that are golden brown and centers that still look slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra thick cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This is a key secret to preventing flat cookies.
  • Use a mix of semi-sweet and dark chocolate chunks for a more complex flavor.
  • If you want a quick batch, you can bake these immediately, though chilling improves texture.

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