The ultimate Double Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe that's easy to make and loaded with rich chocolate flavor. Perfectly chewy with just the right balance of sweetness, these cookies are sure to become your new favorite treat!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup salted butter melted and cooled slightly (unsalted works too)
- ¾ cup light brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup granulated white sugar
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tablespoon whole milk at room temperature
- ¾ cup milk chocolate chips
- ¾ cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate bars
- Sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together the melted butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the egg and the extra egg yolk to the sugar mixture, along with the vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and optional espresso powder.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed to prevent a mess. Do not overmix.
- Before the dough is fully combined, pour in the milk, chocolate chips, and chopped dark chocolate. Mix just until combined. The dough will be thick and sticky.
- Portion the dough to your desired size (4 oz for large cookies). Place the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 12-13 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Be careful not to overbake.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Sprinkle with sea salt and allow them to finish cooling.
- Enjoy!
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Notes
- Chilling the Dough: Chilling the dough for at least 2 hours (or overnight) is highly recommended. This helps the cookies retain their shape during baking, enhances the flavor, and gives you a thicker, chewier texture.
- Chocolate Variations: If you prefer a less sweet cookie, feel free to substitute the milk chocolate chips with dark chocolate. You can also try using white chocolate chips or even add nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- Measuring Flour: Be sure to spoon and level your flour to avoid using too much, which can make the cookies dry.
- Baking Time: Keep a close eye on your cookies, as they may look slightly underbaked when done. This is normal—they will firm up as they cool. Overbaking can result in dry cookies.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Double Chocolate Chip Cookies - Soft, Chewy, Perfect
Serving Size
1 cookie
Amount per Serving
Calories
241
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
31
mg
10
%
Sodium
152
mg
7
%
Potassium
213
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
40
g
13
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
28
g
31
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
49
IU
1
%
Calcium
40
mg
4
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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