
Decadent Chocolate Chunk Cookies: Crispy, Chewy, and Loaded with Chocolate
These decadent chocolate chunk cookies are everything you want in a cookie—crispy edges, chewy centers, and an abundance of gooey chocolate chunks in every bite. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just to satisfy your chocolate cravings, this recipe will have you coming back for more!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up a batch of these irresistible cookies:
- Dry Ingredients:
- 1¼ cups (150g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50g) cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Add-Ins:
- 1½ cups (200g) chocolate chunks or chips (choose your favorite!)
How to Make Decadent Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Step 1: Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step creates the perfect base for chewy cookies.
Step 2: Add the Eggs and Vanilla
Mix in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Ensure everything is well combined.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 4: Fold in the Chocolate
Stir in the chocolate chunks, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 5: Chill the Dough
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour. Chilling helps the cookies maintain their shape and enhances their flavor.
Step 6: Preheat and Portion
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoons of dough, roll them into balls, and place them on the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
Step 7: Bake to Perfection
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are slightly soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Baking Tips
- Chill for Best Results: Chilling the dough prevents the cookies from spreading too much and gives them a chewy texture.
- Choose Your Chocolate: Use semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate chunks depending on your preference—or mix them up for variety!
- Fresh from the Oven: These cookies taste best warm, straight from the oven, when the chocolate is still gooey.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Rich and Chocolatey: Every bite is packed with intense chocolate flavor.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this recipe beginner-friendly.
- Perfect Texture: A delightful combination of crispy and chewy with melty chocolate in every bite.
Bake Them Today!
What are you waiting for? These decadent chocolate chunk cookies are calling your name. Bake a batch today, and don’t forget to share your experience in the comments below. Happy baking!