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Crispy Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies: Easy Recipe

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These crispy bakery-style chocolate chip cookies feature lacy, crunchy edges and a soft, chewy center. Made with high-quality ingredients and a simple chilling technique, they deliver a high-end bakery taste at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks or 226g) unsalted butter, softened but cool
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) packed dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated white sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar on medium-high speed for 3-4 minutes until pale, fluffy, and aerated.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to remove lumps.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 24 hours (or at least 1 hour if in a hurry).
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Scoop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each mound.
  9. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are still soft.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for at least 24 hours to allow flavors to meld and prevent excessive spreading. Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate temperature. Consider sprinkling flaky sea salt on top immediately after baking for added crunch and visual appeal. Do not overmix the dough once flour is added to avoid tough cookies.

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