{"id":"39c36cc6-73d6-4bd8-a17d-ed0f6db2a3ce","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/39c36cc6-73d6-4bd8-a17d-ed0f6db2a3ce","source_url":"https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/4737-perfect-chocolate-chip-cookies?sqn=Y7l5XFUMOLQ5urg0IrmWJ3Y1xIvKRGbzY4Z7s9MEUWA%3D%0A","title":"Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies","description":"Uncover the secrets to the perfect chocolate chip cookie: crisp edges, gooey center, and a deep, rich flavor that will leave everyone asking for more.","servings":16,"servings_text":"Makes 16 cookies","total_time":"PT1H20M","ingredients":[{"text":"1 3/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour (8 3/4 ounces/248 grams)","item":"unbleached all-purpose flour","quantity":1.75,"unit":"cup","preparation":"8 3/4 ounces/248 grams"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon baking soda","item":"baking soda","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"14 tablespoons (200 grams) unsalted butter","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":14,"unit":"tbsp","metric_alternate":{"quantity":200,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1/2 cup granulated sugar (3 1/2 ounces/99 grams)","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"3 1/2 ounces/99 grams"},{"text":"3/4 cups packed dark brown sugar (5 1/4 ounces/149 grams) (see note)","item":"packed dark brown sugar (5 1/4 ounces/149 grams)","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup","preparation":"see note"},{"text":"1 teaspoon table salt","item":"table salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 teaspoons vanilla extract","item":"vanilla extract","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 large egg","item":"large egg","quantity":1},{"text":"1 large egg yolk","item":"large egg yolk","quantity":1},{"text":"1 1/4 cups (213 grams) semisweet chocolate chips or chunks (see note)","item":"semisweet chocolate chips or chunks","quantity":1.25,"unit":"cup","preparation":"see note","metric_alternate":{"quantity":213,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"3/4 cup (89 grams) chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted (optional)","item":"chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup","preparation":"optional","metric_alternate":{"quantity":89,"unit":"g"}}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Line 2 large (18- by 12-inch) baking sheets with parchment paper."},{"number":2,"text":"Whisk together 1¾ cups unbleached all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon baking soda in medium bowl; set aside."},{"number":3,"text":"Heat 10 tablespoons unsalted butter in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until melted, about 2 minutes. Continue cooking, swirling pan constantly until butter is dark golden brown and has nutty aroma, 1 to 3 minutes."},{"number":4,"text":"Remove skillet from heat and use heatproof spatula to transfer browned butter to large heatproof bowl. Stir remaining 4 tablespoons unsalted butter into hot butter until completely melted."},{"number":5,"text":"Add ½ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar, 1 teaspoon table salt, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract to bowl with butter and whisk until fully incorporated."},{"number":6,"text":"Add 1 large egg and 1 large egg yolk and whisk until mixture is smooth with no sugar lumps remaining, about 30 seconds. Let mixture stand for 3 minutes, then whisk for 30 seconds. Repeat process of resting and whisking 2 more times until mixture is thick, smooth, and shiny."},{"number":7,"text":"Using rubber spatula or wooden spoon, stir in flour mixture until just combined, about 1 minute.Stir in 1¼ cups semisweet chocolate chips or chunks and ¾ cup toasted and chopped pecans or walnuts, if using. Give dough final stir to ensure no flour pockets remain."},{"number":8,"text":"Divide dough into 16 portions, each about 3 tablespoons (or use #24 cookie scoop). Arrange 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets, 8 dough balls per sheet. (Smaller baking sheets can be used, but will require 3 batches.)"},{"number":9,"text":"Bake cookies 1 tray at a time until cookies are golden brown and still puffy, and edges have begun to set but centers are still soft, 10 to 14 minutes, rotating baking sheet halfway through baking."},{"number":10,"text":"Transfer baking sheet to wire rack; cool cookies completely before serving."}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T00:06:47.821305+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T00:06:47.821305+00:00"}