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The Ultimate Thick & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies (Bakery Style with Crispy Edges)

Two perfectly baked chewy chocolate chip cookies, one broken in half showing the gooey center, resting on a white plate.
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Make bakery style chocolate chip cookies that are thick, chewy in the center, and have slightly crispy edges. This easy recipe delivers perfect texture every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or a mix of chips and chunks)
  • Flaked sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until fully combined.
  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.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each mound. For thicker cookies, press the dough balls down slightly.
  8. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes. The edges should be golden brown, and the centers should look slightly underbaked and soft.
  9. Immediately sprinkle the tops of the hot cookies with flaked sea salt, if using.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps set the chewy center and crisp the edges.

Notes

  • Using melted butter helps create a denser, chewier cookie structure.
  • For the best flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips or chunks.
  • If you prefer a slightly softer cookie, reduce the baking time by one minute.

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