Description
These Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies deliver a perfect balance of crispy edges and a irresistibly soft, chewy center. Made with a combination of brown and granulated sugars and enriched with semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts, these cookies are an ideal treat for any chocolate lover craving a decadent, freshly baked dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup walnuts pieces
Instructions
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, packed light brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer with a paddle attachment until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Incorporate the Wet Ingredients: Add the large egg and pure vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Beat together for about one minute until fully combined. Set aside.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix on medium speed until the dough comes together and is thick.
- Add Chocolate Chips and Walnuts: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips and walnut pieces into the dough using a wooden spoon, taking care not to overmix to maintain a gooey texture.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes to help the cookies hold their shape and enhance flavor melding.
- Preheat the Oven: While chilling, preheat your oven to 475°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Form Cookie Dough Balls: After chilling, scoop about 2 heaping tablespoons of dough and roll each portion into a ball. Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes until the edges are lightly browned but the centers remain half-baked and gooey.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack and cool for an additional 5-10 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm for maximum gooeyness.
Notes
- Refrigeration of the dough is essential to maintain cookie shape and texture.
- High oven temperature helps create crispy edges and a soft center.
- Do not overbake to keep cookies gooey inside.
- Walnuts can be omitted or substituted with other nuts or chocolate chunks.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
