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Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Easy Gooey Homemade Cookies Guide

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This easy chocolate chip cookies recipe delivers gooey, chewy, bakery-style cookies with crisp edges and melty chocolate in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, these homemade cookies are quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon (6g) baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt (plus flaky sea salt for sprinkling, optional)
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed (dark or light)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons (10ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup (90g) chopped chocolate bar (optional, for gooey pools)
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and let butter and eggs sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until fluffy and pale.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined. Add vanilla extract and mix again.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low or by hand until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped chocolate (if using) with a spatula until evenly distributed.
  8. Cover the bowl and refrigerate dough for 30–60 minutes (optional, but recommended for best texture).
  9. Use a medium cookie scoop or two tablespoons to drop balls of dough (about 2 tablespoons each) onto prepared baking sheets, leaving at least 2 inches between them. Optionally, press extra chocolate chips on top.
  10. Bake one sheet at a time on the center rack for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers look slightly underbaked.
  11. Immediately after baking, sprinkle cookies lightly with flaky sea salt if desired.
  12. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra gooey cookies, bake until just set and slightly underdone in the center. Chilling the dough is optional but helps with flavor and texture. Customize with nuts, oats, or different chocolates. For gluten-free or dairy-free, use appropriate substitutes. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze dough balls for fresh cookies anytime.

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