Imagine biting into a cookie that's not just a simple sweet treat, but a culinary masterpiece that dances between decadent bittersweet chocolate and a tantalizing hint of sea salt. These aren't your ordinary chocolate chip cookies - they're a gourmet adventure that will transform your baking game forever. Get ready to elevate your dessert skills and impress everyone from casual snackers to serious food enthusiasts with this irresistible recipe that promises to be your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups bittersweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. This helps to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Fold in the bittersweet chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Before placing the cookies in the oven, sprinkle a small pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each dough ball. This will enhance the flavors and add a delightful contrast to the sweetness.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look slightly soft. They will continue to cook on the baking sheet after being removed from the oven.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Bittersweet Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt warm or store them in an airtight container for up to a week!
Tips
- • Always use room temperature butter and eggs for smoother, more consistent dough • Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender • Use high-quality bittersweet chocolate chips for rich, complex flavor • Sprinkle sea salt before baking, not after, to help it meld with the cookie surface • Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after baking to continue slight cooking • For perfectly uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop instead of eyeballing measurements • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture • For extra indulgence, slightly underbake to keep centers soft and gooey
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
