Description
Recreate the iconic bakery experience at home with these massive, 4.2-ounce milk chocolate chip cookies. These thick and soft treats feature a signature craggily top and a rich, buttery flavor that rivals the famous blue box originals.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature
- 1 cup Light Brown Sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 Large Eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 1/4 cups Milk Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the room temperature butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed for at least 3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Reduce the mixer speed and add the eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch, mixing for about 1 minute to ensure even distribution.
- Turn the mixer to the lowest setting and slowly add the flour, mixing only until no white streaks remain.
- Fold in the milk chocolate chips by hand or with one quick pulse of the mixer.
- Using a kitchen scale, measure out 4.2-ounce portions of dough and roll into smooth balls.
- Break each ball in half and press the halves back together with the jagged, broken edges facing upward to create a craggily texture.
- Place the dough balls 3 inches apart on the prepared sheets and bake for 10 to 11 minutes until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
- Press extra chocolate chips onto the warm tops and allow cookies to cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For the best results, use a high-quality European-style butter and ensure your eggs are truly at room temperature to maintain a proper emulsion. When forming the cookies, do not over-handle the dough after splitting it, as those jagged peaks are essential for catching the heat and creating the perfect bakery-style finish.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 11 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American