Chewy Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate indulgence for any chocolate lover. These cookies strike the perfect balance between soft and chewy, with a rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture and an irresistible chocolate flavor. Loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and cocoa powder, they deliver that deep chocolatey taste that’s enhanced even further by a touch of vanilla and a sprinkle of sea salt on top. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just craving a treat to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cookies are guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips (optional)
- Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Add the chocolate chips: Fold in the semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop the dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underbaked. This helps them stay chewy after cooling.
- Cool and sprinkle: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, sprinkle a tiny bit of sea salt on top of the cookies while they’re still warm for an extra layer of flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy these cookies with a glass of cold milk, a cup of coffee, or just by themselves. They’ll stay fresh for up to a week in an airtight container, or can be frozen for longer storage.
These Chewy Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are everything you crave in a cookie—soft, chewy, and bursting with chocolate. The combination of brown sugar and a touch of sea salt creates that perfect chewy texture and flavor contrast, making these cookies an irresistible treat for any chocolate aficionado.
