Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
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.
- 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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