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How do you make cookies soft and chewy vs hard and crisp: Soft and Chewy Cookies texture
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Soft and Chewy Cookies: Perfectly Moist and Irresistible

For those who love cookies with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, this soft and chewy cookie recipe is a must-try. With rich brown sugar, a hint of vanilla, and the perfect balance of moisture and softness, these cookies are great for any occasion. Serve them fresh from the oven, and watch them disappear!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup melted unsalted butter slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips optional but highly recommended

Method
 

Preheat the Oven:
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and whisk until fully incorporated.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in Add-Ins (Optional):
  1. Gently fold in the chocolate chips or your favorite mix-ins, such as nuts or dried fruits.
Chill the Dough (Optional):
  1. For extra chewy cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes to solidify the butter and enhance the flavors.
Scoop and Shape:
  1. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough into 1.5-tablespoon balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake:
  1. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still appear soft and slightly underbaked.
Cool:
  1. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely (if you can wait!).

Notes

  • Don’t Skip the Chill: Chilling the dough helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking, keeping them thick and soft.
  • Undercook Slightly: The cookies will continue to bake on the hot baking sheet after you remove them from the oven, ensuring they stay soft and chewy.
  • Storage Tip: Keep the cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain their softness for up to 5 days.