Imagine biting into the ultimate chocolate chip cookie: the edges are delightfully crispy, providing that satisfying crunch, while the center remains irresistibly gooey and melty. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between these two textures by using a combination of brown and white sugars to achieve a deep caramel flavor, and a higher butter-to-flour ratio to keep the center soft and tender. The trick lies in slightly underbaking the cookies and letting them cool on the baking sheet to finish setting. The result? A cookie that’s a glorious blend of crunchy and chewy, packed with pockets of melted chocolate that make each bite pure bliss. Perfect for every chocolate lover's dream!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

• 1. Prep Time: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• 2. Mixing the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• 3. Combining Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
• 4. Shaping the Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets. Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
• 5. Baking: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still slightly soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nothing beats the classic allure of a perfectly baked chocolate chip cookie. From the first bite of the crispy edge to the gooey center, it’s an experience of sheer cookie bliss. Get baking and share your creations with us! 🍪