Description
Bite into the magic of Pioneer Woman Chocolate Chunk Cookies and experience a burst of warmth and sweetness in every chew. These cookies combine crispy edges with a soft, gooey center and luscious chocolate chunks for an irresistible treat that brings joy to cookie lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
– 3/4 cup brown sugar
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 large eggs
– 2 cups chocolate chunks
Instructions
1. **Prepare Your Work Area**
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
– Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
– Gather mixing tools: bowl, whisk, spatula.
2. **Mix Dry Ingredients**
– In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
3. **Cream Butter and Sugars**
– In a large bowl, beat 1 cup of softened butter, 3/4 cup of brown sugar, and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar with an electric mixer until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. **Add Wet Ingredients**
– Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
– Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, ensuring they’re well combined.
5. **Combine Mixtures**
– Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Use a spatula to mix until just combined, careful not to over-mix.
6. **Fold in Chocolate Chunks**
– Gently fold in 2 cups of chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
7. **Shape and Bake Cookies**
– Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
– Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers set.
8. **Cool Cookies**
– Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
– Ensure butter is at room temperature to achieve a perfect creamy blend with sugars.
– Use fresh baking soda for the best cookie lift.
– Consistently shaped cookies bake evenly.
– Watch closely to avoid over-baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12minutes