These Milk Chocolate Chunk Cookies are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. Packed with generous chunks of creamy milk chocolate and baked to perfection, each cookie offers a delightful mix of crispy edges and a chewy center. The use of cold, cubed butter in the dough ensures a richer flavor and perfect texture, making these cookies a must-try for anyone seeking a truly indulgent experience.
Why You'll Love This
These cookies feature vanilla bean paste, which provides a luxurious depth of flavor that enhances the sweet, buttery taste of the cookie dough. The cornstarch added to the dry ingredients gives the cookies their characteristic tender texture, while the milk chocolate chunks provide bursts of creamy sweetness in every bite.
Perfect Occasion
Whether you're hosting a party, needing a sweet treat for a school event, or simply looking for the perfect cookie to pair with your afternoon coffee, these Milk Chocolate Chunk Cookies are sure to impress. They're also ideal for festive occasions, bake sales, or as a thoughtful homemade gift wrapped in a charming cookie tin.
Decoration Tips
For an extra touch of elegance, you can melt additional milk chocolate and drizzle it over the cooled cookies. Sprinkle a little sea salt on top to enhance the chocolate flavor and add a gourmet twist. If serving at a gathering, consider adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream between two cookies for an exquisite ice cream sandwich that guests won't forget.
- Ingredients:
- 1.5 sticks (170 grams) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup (200 grams) packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups (300 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 1/2 cups (375 grams) chopped milk chocolate
- Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla bean paste until smooth and creamy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Whisk thoroughly.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the milk chocolate chunks.
- Scoop the dough into balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and savor every bite of these delectable milk chocolate chunk cookies!
Enjoy baking these heavenly Milk Chocolate Chunk Cookies, perfect for treating yourself and sharing with loved ones!
