Indulge in the softness of these puffy chocolaty chip cookies that are loaded with gooey chocolate chips. This recipe yields irresistibly delicious cookies with a perfect balance of sweetness and chocolate richness. The cookies have a light and airy texture, making them a delightful treat for any occasion. Enjoy them warm with a glass of milk or share them with friends and family at your next gathering. These cookies are quick and easy to make, ensuring a delightful homemade treat in no time.
Ingredients
- 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
- Enjoy these puffy chocolaty chip cookies with a tall glass of milk or pack them for a sweet treat on-the-go!
Interesting Facts
Cornstarch in the recipe helps to create a lighter and softer texture in the cookies.
Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can result in even puffier cookies.
The use of both brown sugar and granulated sugar adds depth and sweetness to the cookies.
Semi-sweet chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate or white chocolate chips for a different flavor variation.