Description
These cookies are loaded with big, melty chunks of chocolate for a rich, indulgent bite every time. Soft and chewy with crispy edges, they’re a chocolate lover’s dream. Perfect for snack time, dessert, or sharing with friends!
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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2 cups chopped chocolate chunks (semisweet or bittersweet)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat softened butter with brown and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3️⃣ Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
4️⃣ Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5️⃣ Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
6️⃣ Add chocolate chunks: Fold in the chopped chocolate chunks evenly.
7️⃣ Scoop and bake: Drop large spoonfuls of dough (about 2 tbsp each) onto baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
8️⃣ Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers still soft.
9️⃣ Cool: Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
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For extra gooeyness, use a mix of chocolate chunks and chips.
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Chilling dough for 30 minutes before baking helps control spreading.
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Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days.
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Feel free to add nuts like walnuts or pecans for crunch!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 12 min