Crispy Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
These Crispy Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies offer the perfect balance between a crunchy edge and a soft, chewy center. Packed with rich dark chocolate chunks and optional pecans for added texture, these classic cookies are easy to make and ideal for any occasion. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt enhances the deep chocolate flavor, making each bite irresistible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 16 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookies Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed dark brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 6 ounces dark chocolate, roughly chopped
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Flaky sea salt (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, and kosher salt together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the wet ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined, approximately 1–2 minutes. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the cookies’ texture.
- Incorporate the dry ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder to the wet mixture. Mix on low speed until the flour is fully incorporated and no streaks remain.
- Fold in the chocolate and pecans: Gently stir in the chopped dark chocolate and optional pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough. Avoid overworking the dough.
- Shape the cookies: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the sheet. Gently flatten each mound slightly, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
- Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 9–12 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers look slightly soft. For chewier cookies, bake for about 9 minutes; for crispier cookies, bake closer to 12 minutes.
- 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 warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Using dark chocolate chunks instead of chips enhances the texture and flavor.
- Adding pecans is optional but adds a nice crunch and depth.
- Sprinkling flaky sea salt on top before baking intensifies the chocolate flavor and balances sweetness.
- For chewier cookies, remove them from the oven sooner; for crispier cookies, bake a little longer.
- Make sure not to overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
- Butter should be softened but not melted to achieve proper texture.
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