Irresistible Gooey Chocolate Chunk Cookies: Your New Favorite Dessert

If you’re on the hunt for the ultimate chocolate cookie, look no further! These gooey chocolate chunk cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream—crisp around the edges, soft and chewy in the center, and bursting with melty chocolate chunks. Perfect for any occasion or just a sweet treat at home, these cookies are as easy to make as they are to eat.

Ingredients

Stock up your kitchen with these simple ingredients to create the best cookies ever:

• Dry Ingredients:
  • 1¼ cups (150g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (50g) cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
• Wet Ingredients:
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Extras:
  • 1½ cups (200g) chocolate chunks or chips (dark, milk, or a mix)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy and fluffy. This step ensures a soft texture for your cookies.

Step 2: Mix in Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract for that classic cookie flavor.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, forming a thick, chocolatey dough.

Step 4: Fold in Chocolate Chunks
Gently fold in the chocolate chunks, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough for maximum chocolate in every bite.

Step 5: Chill the Dough
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours). Chilling helps the cookies keep their shape and enhances the flavors.

Step 6: Preheat and Shape
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, and place them about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.

Step 7: Bake to Perfection
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers will remain soft and gooey. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Tips for the Best Cookies

• Customize the Chocolate: Use dark, milk, or even white chocolate chunks for your desired level of sweetness.
• Double the Recipe: These cookies disappear fast, so consider making a double batch!
• Store Correctly: Keep leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days—or freeze the dough for fresh cookies anytime.

Why These Cookies Are Special

• Ultra Gooey Center: Achieved by using chocolate chunks and perfect baking time.
• Simple and Quick: Ready in under an hour with minimal cleanup.
• Kid-Approved: A guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike.

Get Baking Today!

Treat yourself (and your loved ones) to these irresistible gooey chocolate chunk cookies. Whether you enjoy them warm out of the oven or as an afternoon snack, they’re sure to become a household favorite. Try this recipe today and share your cookie-making tips in the comments below!