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The Best Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies: Chewy Edges and Gooey Centers

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Follow this recipe to make bakery-style chocolate chip cookies that have crispy, chewy edges and soft, gooey centers. This guide provides clear steps for achieving the ultimate homemade chocolate treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup 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 (or chunks)
  • Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)

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. You need 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 by hand using a spatula.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each mound for spreading. For thicker cookies, press the dough balls down slightly.
  8. Bake for 9 to 12 minutes. The edges should look golden brown, but the centers should still appear slightly soft and underbaked for a gooey result.
  9. Remove the cookies from the oven. If desired, immediately sprinkle the tops with flaky sea salt.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For chewier results, use slightly more brown sugar than white sugar in the mix.
  • If you want crispier edges, bake for 1 to 2 minutes longer.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain softness.
  • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation into the batter.

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