Thick and Chewy Cookie Recipe: Your Go-To for Soft-Baked Goodness
It's time to get serious about one of life's greatest pleasures: cookies! And not just any cookies, but the ideal Thick and Chewy Cookie Recipe, which will have you reaching for seconds, maybe even thirds (we won't judge). These cookies have the perfect blend of soft texture on the interior and slightly crunchy edges.
Today, I'm going to offer an incredible recipe gem, and believe me, if we could bake them right now, we would! But for now, I'll guide you through the process so you can make a batch in your own kitchen. The recipe comes from the amazing Fatimah (@falasteenifoodie on Instagram), who has perfected making thick, chewy cookies. She utilized the Zulay Kitchen Silicone Spatula Set to ensure all scrumptious dough made it to the oven. (Because, let's face it, no cookie dough is left behind!)
So, let's start with this decadent, chocolatey delight recipe!
Why You’ll Love These Thick and Chewy Cookies
- Perfect Texture: Soft and chewy inside with just a hint of crispness on the edges.
- Rich Flavor: Combining brown sugar and chocolate chunks gives these cookies a deep, caramelized sweetness.
- Chock-Full of Chocolate: With chocolate chips and chunks, every bite is loaded with chocolatey goodness.
- Easy to Make: This recipe is straightforward and doesn't require any fancy techniques.
- Customizable: You can tweak the add-ins to suit your tastes. Do you want to throw in some nuts or swap in dark chocolate? Go for it!
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups flour
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk
- 2 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups chocolate chunks
- 2/3 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
How to Make Thick and Chewy Cookie?
Step 1: Mix the Wet Ingredients
Start by mixing your melted butter with both the brown and white sugars. You want the sugars to dissolve slightly into the butter, which creates that lovely caramelized flavor. Once that’s smooth, add your eggs and egg yolk, mixing until the texture is silky and soft. This is where the magic begins—seriously, don’t rush this part!
Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking soda, and cornstarch. Give it a good whisk to ensure everything is evenly distributed. The cornstarch is your secret weapon here, keeping the cookies thick and preventing them from spreading too much in the oven.
Step 3: Bring it All Together
Now for the fun part—combine the wet and dry ingredients! Slowly fold the dry mix into the wet ingredients, careful not to overmix. You want the dough to just come together so the cookies don’t end up tough.
Step 4: Add the Chocolate
Once your dough is combined, fold in those glorious chocolate chunks and chips. You want each bite packed with chocolate, so don’t be shy here!
Step 5: Chill the Dough (Optional But Recommended)
For the chewy texture, let the dough rest in the fridge for at least 2 hours. I know it’s tough to wait, but trust me, chilling the dough helps the cookies develop even more flavor and prevents them from spreading too much in the oven.
Step 6: Time to Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Once your dough has chilled, scoop it onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Space them out because they’ll spread a bit as they bake. Bake for 12-15 minutes, depending on how soft or crispy you want them.
Keep an eye on them—when the edges are golden, but the centres still look soft, that’s your cue to take them out. They’ll continue to set as they cool, leaving you with that perfect, chewy texture.
Step 7: Cool and Enjoy
Once out of the oven, let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Or, if you’re like me, dive in while they’re still warm and gooey!
Zulay's Final Thoughts
Well, there you go—your simple guide for whipping up the perfect Thick and Chewy Cookie Recipe! If you're baking for a bunch of people or just want to treat yourself, these cookies will definitely satisfy your cravings. They're super simple to whip up, loaded with chocolate, and give you that soft-baked deliciousness you can't resist.
Make sure you pick up your Zulay Kitchen Silicone Spatula Set before you dive into baking! It'll really help make your cookie-making a breeze.
Let Us Know What You Think!
Have you tried this recipe? Do you have any secret cookie tips of your own? Please drop a comment below and let us know how your cookies turned out. We’d also love to hear what other recipes you’d like to see next!
Share the Cookie Love
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Now, go bake those cookies!
