Why Make This Recipe
Ultra Thick Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat that you can enjoy fresh out of the oven. These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich chocolate flavor. They remind you of the cookies you find at your favorite bakery, but now you can make them right at home! This recipe is perfect for any occasion, and it will surely impress family and friends.
How to Make Ultra Thick Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt (or sea salt)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups chocolate chips (semisweet and dark)
- 14 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- Optional for topping: Extra chocolate chips and flaky sea salt
Directions:
- In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix together until the dough is uniform. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop and shape the dough into tall mounds on the baking sheet, leaving space between each mound.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
How to Serve Ultra Thick Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are best enjoyed warm, straight from the oven. Serve them with a glass of cold milk for a classic combination. You can also pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
How to Store Ultra Thick Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last for about a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze the cookies in a freezer-safe bag. Just thaw them at room temperature when you’re ready to enjoy them.
Tips to Make Ultra Thick Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Make sure not to skip chilling the dough. This helps the cookies maintain their thick shape.
- Use a mix of semisweet and dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- Don’t overbake the cookies; they should be soft in the center when you take them out of the oven.
Variation
You can add nuts, like walnuts or pecans, to the dough for extra crunch. You might also try using different types of chocolate, such as milk chocolate or white chocolate chips.
FAQs
Can I use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar?
Yes, you can use more brown sugar, but it may change the texture slightly.Why is it important to chill the dough?
Chilling the dough helps to prevent the cookies from spreading too much while baking, resulting in a thicker cookie.Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the dough and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking. Just let it sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before baking if it’s too firm.
Ultra Thick Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix together until the dough is uniform.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop and shape the dough into tall mounds on the baking sheet, leaving space between each mound.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.