Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Experience the perfect balance of chewy and crisp with these irresistible Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies. Made with rich, high-quality chocolate and a secret ingredient for that iconic bakery taste, these cookies will transport you straight to your favorite café. Ideal for sharing, or keeping all to yourself, this recipe is a must-try for cookie lovers everywhere.

Noelle Chambers

Created by

Noelle Chambers

Last updated on 2025-12-13T10:26:31.823Z

These Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful texture that brings comfort and joy.

Ingredients

Gather all your ingredients before you start baking:

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs

Add-Ins

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect cookies:

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Mix Dry Ingredients

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

Cream Butter and Sugars

In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.

Add Eggs

Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is well incorporated.

Combine Mixtures

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Fold in Chocolate Chips

Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts, if using.

Scoop and Bake

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are golden brown.

Cool

Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once cooled, enjoy your delicious cookies with a glass of milk!

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Questions About Recipes

→ Can I use dark chocolate chips?

Absolutely! You can substitute dark chocolate chips for semi-sweet for a richer flavor.

→ How should I store the cookies?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies

Experience the perfect balance of chewy and crisp with these irresistible Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies. Made with rich, high-quality chocolate and a secret ingredient for that iconic bakery taste, these cookies will transport you straight to your favorite café. Ideal for sharing, or keeping all to yourself, this recipe is a must-try for cookie lovers everywhere.

Prep Time15.0
Cooking Duration10.0
Overall Time25.0

Created by: Noelle Chambers

Recipe Type: Baking & Desserts

Skill Level: Beginner

Final Quantity: 24.0

What You'll Need

Dry Ingredients

  1. 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  2. 1 teaspoon baking soda
  3. 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  1. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  2. 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  3. 1 cup packed brown sugar
  4. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  5. 2 large eggs

Add-Ins

  1. 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  2. 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

How-To Steps

Step 01

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 02

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 03

In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.

Step 04

Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is well incorporated.

Step 05

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Step 06

Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts, if using.

Step 07

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are golden brown.

Step 08

Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 180
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 2g