Thick & Chewy Loaded Chocolate Chip Cookies
These thick and chewy cookies are loaded with gooey chocolate chips and crunchy nuts — the kind of homemade goodness that makes every bite feel like a warm family hug.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 250g
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted 170g
- 1 cup packed brown sugar 200g
- ½ cup granulated sugar 100g
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 340g
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional; 125g
- flaky sea salt optional, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla, whole egg, and egg yolk until fully combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
- Drop ¼ cup-sized spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers are set. Rotate sheets halfway through.
- Optional: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt immediately after baking.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Chilling the dough for 30 minutes helps cookies bake thicker. Don’t overbake remove when centers are slightly underdone for chewy texture. Mix in dried fruits or use a chocolate chip medley for variation. Store in an airtight container or freeze for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg
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