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The Only Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe You Need

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Soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies with a secret ingredient — molasses — for that perfect depth of flavor. Freezing the dough is the key to thick, bakery-style cookies every time.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 1 hour
Servings 12 cookies

Ingredients

  • 8 tbs butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 tbs molasses

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the melted butter, white sugar, and dark brown sugar until well combined.
  • Add the vanilla extract, molasses, and egg. Mix until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake frozen dough balls for 9-10 minutes, until edges are set but centers still look slightly underdone.
  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

The secret ingredient in these cookies is molasses — it adds a rich depth of flavor and keeps the cookies soft. Freezing the dough is essential for thick, bakery-style cookies that don't spread too thin. Don't skip this step!