Ultra Thick Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in these Ultra Thick Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies that feature crispy edges, gooey centers, and are loaded with rich chocolate. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Gives the cookies structure.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness.
- 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar Adds caramel flavor.
- 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 14 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled) Adds richness and texture.
Chocolate Chips
- 3 cups chocolate chips Use a mix of semisweet and dark for best flavor.
Optional Toppings
- to taste extra chocolate chips For a bakery-style finish.
- to taste flaky sea salt Enhances flavor contrast.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least one hour or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while lining baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to place generous mounds of dough onto the baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer and enjoy for up to three months. Serve warm with ice cream for the ultimate treat.