Hi there! Archie here, I am thrilled to share with you my all-time favorite recipe: BA’s best chocolate chip cookies. There’s something magical about the perfect chocolate chip cookie—crispy on the edges, chewy in the middle, and packed with gooey, melty chocolate chunks.
This foolproof method of sweet chocolate chip cookies never fails to impress me. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and guarantees delicious results every time
With a few simple ingredients and some key techniques, you’ll be on your way to baking the best chocolate chip cookies you’ve ever tasted. So grab your mixing bowls, and join me in making these yummy treats. Let’s get baking and create some sweet memories together!
BA’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 Large Egg Yolks
- 3/4 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 Large Egg
- 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar
- 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter Packed
- 1.5 cups All-purpose Flour
- 2.4 tsp Diamond Crystal
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 6 ounces Bittersweet chocolate chopped or chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
Instructions
- Place racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 375°F
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook 1/2 cup of butter, stirring often until it foams and turns brown, about 4 minutes.
- Pour the browned butter into a large heatproof bowl and let it cool for 1 minute.
- Cut the remaining 1/4 cup of butter into small pieces and add to the brown butter
- Once the butter is melted, add both sugars and whisk until well mixed and smooth, with no lumps.
- Add the egg and egg yolks, then whisk until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Whisk in the vanilla extract. Using a rubber spatula, fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined and no dry spots remain.
- Fold in the chocolate (the dough will be soft but should hold its shape when scooped; if it slumps, stir it back together and let it rest for 5–10 minutes until the flour hydrates)
- Using a 1 & 1/2-oz. scoop (3 tbsp), portion out 16 balls of dough and place them on 2 parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake the cookies for 8–10 minutes until they are deep golden brown and firm around the edges, rotating the sheets if needed for even browning.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets.
What Keeps Cookies Soft And Chewy?
To keep cookies soft, place a slice of fresh white bread in the container. The bread’s moisture will prevent the cookies from drying out without adding any unwanted flavor.
What Does Milk Do In Cookies?
Milk in cookies adds moisture, preventing them from becoming dry and crumbly, and contributes to a tender texture, creating a softer crumb.
What Makes A Cookie Crispy?
To make cookies crispy, use more white sugar and skip chilling the dough. Baking the cookies immediately encourages spreading, resulting in a crispier texture.
