Introduction

These bakery style chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich chocolate chips in every bite. Perfect for satisfying your cookie cravings, they bring that classic homemade flavor with a professional touch.

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Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or a mix)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 2: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5: Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 6: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours. Chilling helps prevent spreading and enhances flavor.
Step 7: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 8: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough—or use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop—onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
Step 9: Bake for 9 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers remain slightly soft.
Step 10: Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

For chewier cookies, refrigerate the dough overnight to develop deeper flavors.
Try mixing different types of chocolate chips, like dark, milk, and white chocolate, for a unique twist.
If you prefer crispier cookies, bake a minute or two longer but watch closely to avoid burning.
Adding a teaspoon of instant espresso powder can enhance the chocolate flavor without making the cookies taste like coffee.

Storage

Store your chocolate chip cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them fresh longer, freeze the cookies in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 5 minutes or until soft and freshly baked.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?

Yes, but reduce the added salt in the recipe to 1/4 teaspoon or omit it altogether to avoid overly salty cookies.

Why should I chill the cookie dough?

Chilling the dough solidifies the fat, which helps prevent cookies from spreading too much while baking. It also allows the flavors to meld, resulting in a richer taste.

Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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These bakery style chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and full of rich chocolate flavor. Made with a perfect blend of butter, sugars, and vanilla, these classic cookies are chilled for enhanced texture and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for any occasion, they deliver that nostalgic, homemade cookie taste with a professional touch.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

2 cups chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or a mix)

Instructions

Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure they incorporate fully, then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the dough to ensure even distribution without breaking them.
Chill dough: Cover the dough tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours. Chilling helps prevent excessive spreading while baking and enhances the cookie’s flavor.
Prepare to bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
Portion dough: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough, or use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake cookies: Bake for 9 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain slightly soft for a chewy texture.
Cool cookies: Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set properly.

Notes

For a chewier cookie, use all brown sugar instead of a mix of granulated and brown sugars.
You can substitute chocolate chips with chunks or your favorite mix-ins like nuts or dried fruits.
Storing dough in the refrigerator for longer develops a richer flavor, so plan ahead if possible.
If you prefer crispier cookies, bake a little longer until edges are more browned.
Be sure not to overmix the dough to maintain a tender texture.

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