Treat yourself to the ultimate chocolate lover's dream with these incredibly delicious triple chocolate chunk cookies. Made with a rich, buttery dough and loaded with three types of chocolate chunks, these cookies are the perfect balance of soft and chewy with pockets of melty chocolate in every bite. Whether you're planning a special occasion or simply satisfying a chocolate craving, these cookies are guaranteed to impress. Best enjoyed warm with a glass of cold milk, these triple chocolate chunk cookies are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks
- 1 cup milk chocolate chunks
- 1 cup white chocolate chunks
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the pure vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chunks, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, with a glass of cold milk for the ultimate indulgence.
Interesting Facts
The recipe calls for three types of chocolate chunks: semi-sweet, milk chocolate, and white chocolate, providing a variety of flavors and textures.
The butter in the recipe is softened to ensure a tender and chewy texture.
The addition of cocoa powder adds a deep, rich chocolate flavor to the cookies.
Allowing the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack helps them set properly, ensuring a chewy texture.
Pairing these cookies with a glass of cold milk is a classic combination that enhances the chocolate experience.