Crispy Best-Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies with Chewy Centers
These cookies feature crackly, crinkled tops with crispy edges and chewy, fudge-like centers, delivering a perfect texture contrast and rich chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (165g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed or stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1-2 hours.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly soft. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use softened, not melted butter to maintain chewy centers. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes to control spread and texture. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking for even browning. Avoid overmixing once flour is added to prevent tough cookies. For best flavor and texture, chill dough overnight if possible.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 0.15
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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