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The Ultimate Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies: Thick, Chewy, Gooey Centers

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Bake the best homemade chocolate chip cookies with this recipe that delivers thick, chewy centers and slightly crispy edges, just like your favorite bakery.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to cool room temperature
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, cool (straight from the refrigerator)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks (use high-quality chocolate for best results)

Instructions

  1. Combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add the cool eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips or chunks by hand.
  6. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours. Chilling is key for thick cookies.
  7. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Scoop the chilled dough into balls, about 3 tablespoons each, and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. For extra thick cookies, stack two dough balls on top of each other.
  9. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes. The edges should be golden brown, but the centers should still look slightly underbaked and puffy.
  10. Remove the baking sheets from the oven. Immediately bang the sheets firmly on the counter once or twice to help the cookies settle and create crinkles.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use cool eggs; this helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
  • For the best texture, use a mix of chocolate chips and chopped chocolate bars.
  • Do not skip the chilling step; this concentrates the flavor and promotes thickness.
  • If you want a crispier edge, bake for 1-2 minutes longer, but watch the centers carefully to keep them gooey.

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