Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic cookie that everyone knows and loves. By adding a pinch of sea salt, these cookies achieve a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, enhancing the rich, buttery taste of the dough and the melty sweetness of the chocolate chips. The salt not only heightens the chocolate flavor but also adds a subtle crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft, chewy texture of the cookie. Perfect for an after-school treat, a cozy night in, or even as a sophisticated addition to a party dessert table, these Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies are sure to impress anyone looking for a little something extra in their sweets.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light-brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling on top
Directions:
- Preheat the oven and prepare baking sheets:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Set aside.
- Cream the butter and sugars:
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the vanilla, then the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Combine with dry ingredients:
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, beating until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Shape the cookies:
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Add the finishing touch:
- Sprinkle each cookie lightly with flaky sea salt before baking.
- Bake the cookies:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft.
- Cool:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies are an irresistible treat that combines the classic comfort of chocolate chip cookies with a gourmet twist. Whether you’re sharing them with friends or enjoying them by yourself, these cookies are sure to become a new favorite.
