These thick and chewy chocolate chip cookies, inspired by the famous New York-style cookies, are incredibly satisfying and perfect for any cookie lover! With a golden, crisp exterior and a gooey, melty chocolate center, these cookies are the ultimate indulgence. The combination of brown sugar and powdered sugar adds a rich depth of flavor, while the semi-sweet chocolate chips provide the perfect balance to the buttery dough. They’re easy to make, and with a little patience while the dough chills, you’ll be rewarded with bakery-quality cookies that are sure to impress!
Why You’ll Love This: You’ll love these cookies for their thick, soft centers and perfectly chewy texture. The addition of both brown and powdered sugar gives these cookies a unique sweetness and slight caramel-like flavor, while the semi-sweet chocolate melts perfectly into the dough. These cookies are a real treat for anyone who loves chunky, chocolate-filled cookies. The recipe is simple, and the results are simply irresistible. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just craving something sweet, these cookies will become your go-to!
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are perfect for any time you want a comforting, homemade treat. They’re great for weekend baking projects, afternoon snacks, or sharing with friends and family at gatherings. Because they’re thick and substantial, they’re especially great for those moments when you want a truly indulgent dessert. Serve them with a cold glass of milk or a cup of coffee for the ultimate sweet pairing. They also make excellent gifts—just pack them up in a tin and share the cookie love!
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch, before baking, press a few additional chocolate chips into the tops of each cookie dough ball to create a more visually appealing cookie. You can also sprinkle a tiny bit of flaky sea salt on top after baking to enhance the flavor and give a sophisticated touch. For a fun twist, consider mixing in some chopped nuts, like walnuts or pecans, for added texture and flavor. Serve these cookies on a plate stacked high to showcase their thick, bakery-style appearance.
Ingredients:
- 120 grams salted butter, softened
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 80 grams powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter with the brown sugar and powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Make sure the powdered sugar has been sifted to avoid any lumps.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Once the sugars and butter are well combined, add the vanilla extract and the egg. Mix until the mixture is smooth and fully integrated.
- Incorporate the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms. The dough should be firm and not sticky.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate pieces, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Chill the Dough: Once the dough is ready, cover it and refrigerate for about 2 hours. Chilling the dough helps the cookies maintain their shape while baking and enhances their flavor.
- Shape the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Take the chilled dough and form it into balls of equal size (about 100 grams each if you prefer large cookies, which should yield about 8). Optionally, press a few extra chocolate chips into the tops of the cookie dough balls.
- Bake: Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie. Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. If you like your cookies slightly underbaked and gooey, reduce the baking time slightly.
- Cool and Enjoy: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm for a gooey, chocolatey center!
Enjoy your thick, chewy chocolate chip cookies, and savor every bite!
