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Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

The classic chocolate chip cookie.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Resting Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 10

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups (325 g) flour
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 cup (1.5 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg plus 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract,
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup oats (optional)

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • In a large bowl using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Turn the mixer to high, add eggs one at a time. Mix until fully combined, scraping the bottom and sides of the bowl occasionally. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  • Turn the mixer to low, add in the flour mixture in 3 portions. Mix until just combined each time.
  • Stir in chocolate chips and oats.
  • Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon portions. Cover or place in airtight container/bag and chill for 2 hours (or overnight). Preheat oven to 350 F. Drop dough portions on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes.

Notes

Recipe slightly modified from The Every Girl.