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The BEST Chocolate Chip Cookies

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  • Author: laloti
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Classic chocolate chip cookies with a perfect balance of crisp edges and a soft center.


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup spelt flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
  • A sprinkle of finishing salt, such as Jacobsen Guittard Chocolate Salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and prepare two cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the unbleached all-purpose flour, spelt flour, baking soda, and kosher salt until fully combined.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix the melted butter with both sugars. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
  4. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Gradually lower the mixer speed and add the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the dark chocolate chips using a spatula.
  7. Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared sheets using a 1/4 cup measure, placing five cookies per sheet.
  8. Sprinkle a pinch of flake salt on top of each cookie if desired.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center remains soft. Allow to cool on a rack before enjoying.

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. Experiment with different types of chocolate chips for varied flavors.