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chewy chocolate chip cookies

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies – The Best Soft and Gooey Cookie


  • Author: Julia Hart
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These chewy chocolate chip cookies are soft in the center, lightly crisp at the edges, and loaded with gooey chocolate chips. Quick, easy, and bakery-worthy every time!


Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup ( sticks) unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup brown sugar

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 tsp cornstarch

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or mix of chips and chunks)


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

  • Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.

  • Mix in egg and vanilla extract.

  • In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.

  • Fold in chocolate chips.

  • Scoop dough and place on prepared baking sheet.

  • Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.

  • Cool 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies.

  • Add extra chips on top before baking for a bakery-style finish.

  • Dough freezes well for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American