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Batch of gooey chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven.

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in these rich and gooey chocolate chip cookies with melty chocolate chunks, a crispy edge, and a soft center, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ¾ cups 1 ¾ cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 10 tablespoons 10 tablespoons (140g) salted butter, softened Let the butter soften for the right texture.
  • ¾ cup ¾ cup (165g) dark brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup ⅓ cup plus 1 tablespoon (80g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon (5ml) honey or corn syrup
  • 1 large 1 large egg, at room temperature
Chocolate and Toppings
  • 7 oz 7 oz (200g) dark chocolate, chopped into chunks Use quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Flaky sea salt, optional for sprinkling Sprinkle on top for enhanced chocolate flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract, honey, and egg; mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a smooth dough forms.
  5. Fold in the dark chocolate chunks, saving some for later.
Baking
  1. Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space for spreading. Press extra chocolate chunks into the tops.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers stay soft.
  3. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if desired, and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat.