Prepare to be delighted by these Ultimate Milk Chocolate Chunk Cookies, a classic recipe with a twist that enhances every bite. These cookies are the perfect blend of crisp edges and gooey centers, loaded with generous chunks of milk chocolate that melt tantalizingly in your mouth. Made with a precise balance of dry and wet ingredients, these cookies are designed to achieve the ultimate texture and flavor that cookie lovers crave.
Why You'll Love This: These cookies stand out for their perfect chewiness, achieved through the addition of cornstarch and a precise chilling process. The use of both brown sugar and granulated sugar gives these cookies a deep, caramel-like sweetness with just the right amount of crunch. The milk chocolate chunks offer a rich, creamy contrast to the cookie's texture, making them irresistible to chocolate aficionados. Whether you're a seasoned baker or new to the kitchen, these cookies are foolproof and fabulous.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are ideal for any occasion, be it a casual gathering, a school event, or a sophisticated tea party. They make an excellent treat for holiday cookie exchanges, a comforting snack for family movie nights, or a thoughtful homemade gift, wrapped beautifully in a decorative tin or box. Their universal appeal makes them a hit at both adult and children's parties.
Decoration Tips: To add an extra touch of elegance to these already delightful cookies, consider drizzling them with a glaze of white chocolate once they've cooled. For a festive twist, sprinkle a few colored sugar crystals or edible glitter on top before baking. This not only enhances their visual appeal but also adds a bit of texture to every bite.
Ingredients:
- Dry Mix:
- 2 and 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Wet Mix:
- 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Stir-Ins:
- 1 and 1/4 cups (225g) milk chocolate chunks
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter with brown and granulated sugars until well combined. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and stir until the mixture is smooth.
- Form the Cookie Dough:
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the milk chocolate chunks.
- Chill the Dough:
- Cover the cookie dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This step is crucial for achieving the perfect texture and preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 338°F (170°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop the dough into balls and place them on the baking sheet, spaced well apart.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are still soft.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these sumptuous Milk Chocolate Chunk Cookies, where each bite is packed with rich chocolate and a perfect, satisfying texture.
