Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your baking game forever! These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're a decadent masterpiece that perfectly balances rich, creamy milk chocolate with a tantalizing hint of sea salt. Imagine biting into a cookie so chewy, so luxurious, that it instantly becomes your new obsession. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious kitchen novice, this recipe promises to deliver restaurant-quality cookies right from your home oven, guaranteed to impress everyone who takes a bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. This will help distribute the leavening agent evenly throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tougher cookies.
- Fold in the milk chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring that they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Before placing the cookies in the oven, sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie dough ball. This will enhance the flavor and create a delightful contrast with the sweetness of the chocolate.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look slightly underbaked. They will continue to cook on the baking sheet after being removed from the oven.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your chewy milk chocolate sea salt cookies warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted. Room temperature butter creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your dough just until ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Uniform Size is Key: Use a cookie scoop for consistent cookie sizes, which ensures even baking.
- Quality Ingredients: Use high-quality milk chocolate chips and fresh sea salt for the best flavor profile.
- Watch Baking Time Closely: Remove cookies when edges are golden but centers look slightly underbaked. They'll continue cooking on the hot baking sheet.
- Chill Option: For even more flavor development, chill your dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Salt Sprinkle Technique: Sprinkle sea salt just before baking for maximum flavor burst and visual appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
