Description

These decadent treats utilize a unique melted butter technique to ensure a thick, tender texture that resists going stale. Perfect for filling your cookie jar, these soft batch favorites maintain their cloud-like consistency for a full week.

Ingredients

8 tablespoons (113g) salted butter, melted and cooled slightly
1/2 cup raw cane sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt plus a pinch
3/4 cup chocolate chips and chunks

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and melt the butter until liquid but not hot.
Mix the melted butter with the cane sugar and brown sugar until a thick paste forms.
Stir in the vanilla and egg on low speed for only 10–15 seconds until just combined.
Incorporate the flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until crumbles form, then press the dough together by hand.
Fold in the chocolate pieces and roll the dough into 12 large balls.
Bake for 9–11 minutes until pale and puffy, then let them rest on the hot baking sheet for 30 minutes to set.

Notes

For the best texture, avoid over-mixing the dough once the flour is added; hand-pressing the final crumbles prevents the gluten from toughening. Store these in an airtight container only after they have cooled completely to lock in that signature moisture.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American