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chocolate chip cookies

Poppy
Craving something sweet and comforting? Look no further than classic chocolate chip cookies, the beloved American treat that has warmed hearts for generations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 46 minutes
Course Cookies
Cuisine American
Servings 36
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients

  • 2 and 1/4 cups (281g) all- purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (170g or 12 Tbsp) unsalted butter, melted and cooled for 5 minutes
  • 3/4 cup (150g) packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 and 1/4 cups (225g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chocolate chunks

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and free of lumps.Whisk in the egg and egg yolk, then add the vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix with a spatula or large spoon until a soft, thick, and slightly shiny dough forms.
  • Gently fold in the chocolate chips. The dough may be very soft—it’s expected due to the melted butter.
  • Cover the dough tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 3 days. Overnight chilling is best for optimum flavor and texture.
  • Once the dough is chilled, preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Scoop about 2–3 tablespoons of dough per cookie.Roll into balls and shape them taller rather than wide (like little dough towers) to help achieve chewy centers.
  • Place cookie dough balls 3 inches apart on prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
  • Bake for 13–14 minutes, or until edges are just lightly browned. The centers will look soft and underbaked.
  • Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • While cookies are still warm, press a few extra chocolate chips into the tops for a bakery-style finish.