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Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies (Rich & Gooey)

These dark chocolate chip cookies are rich, chewy, and full of bold cocoa flavor. With gooey centers and crispy edges, they’re the perfect indulgence for chocolate lovers.
  • Total Time: 22 minutes

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)

  • ¼ cup white sugar

  • 1 large egg yolk

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ¼ tsp fine sea salt

  • ¾ cup dark chocolate chips (60% or higher cocoa)

 

Instructions

 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a bowl, cream together butter and both sugars until fluffy.

  3. Add egg yolk and vanilla extract; mix well.

  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture.

  5. Fold in dark chocolate chips.

  6. (Optional) Chill dough for 30 minutes to enhance flavor and reduce spread.

  7. Scoop dough into 1.5-tablespoon balls and place on the baking sheet 2 inches apart.

  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are just set.

  9. Cool for 5 minutes on the sheet, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy!

 
 
 
 

 

 

Notes

 

  • Sprinkle a little flaky sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty twist.

  • You can freeze the dough balls and bake them straight from frozen—just add 1–2 extra minutes.

  • Swap the egg yolk with a flax egg for a vegan-friendly version.

  • Dark chocolate chunks or chopped bars also work well in place of chips.

  • Author: Silvia
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 12
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: american

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 18 cokies
  • Calories: 140