Description
These ultra fudgy, thick, and chewy chocolate chip cookies are made in just one bowl with pantry staples. Ready in 25 minutes, they are the perfect quick weeknight dessert that tastes like they came from a fancy bakery.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated white sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 cups (250g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Soften the butter. If needed, microwave in 5-second bursts until soft but not melted.
- In a large bowl, whisk the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar vigorously for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract. Whisk until incorporated and glossy, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
- Add the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Switch to a wooden spoon or spatula and mix gently until the flour disappears. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently, about 10 folds, ensuring even distribution.
- Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls onto parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between them.
- Chill the dough balls in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for thicker cookies (optional but recommended).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers look soft.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the pan for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
- Transfer to a cooling rack or serve warm.
Notes
Do not overbake; cookies continue to cook on the hot pan. Measure flour by spooning it into the cup and leveling it off to avoid dry cookies. For thicker cookies, chill the dough before baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Dough can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, one bowl cookies, fudgy cookies, easy dessert, weeknight baking, chewy cookies, quick cookies