Double Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (2024)

By Samantha Seneviratne

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (1)

Total Time
1 hour plus at least 24 hours' chilling
Rating
5(2,781)
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With plenty of cocoa powder and big wells of dark chocolate, these double chocolate cookies are so fudgy that a tall glass of cold milk is not only delicious, but essential — especially when they are served hot from the oven. Just like David Leite’s impeccable chocolate chip cookies, they bake up even better after the dough has had time to rest in the fridge. The extralong chill gives the dough a chance to hydrate fully and firm up, which yields more uniformly baked cookies, with the perfect amount of crunch around the edges and chew in the center. Thin chocolate discs or wafers, which are widely available, are used here. They melt into lovely chocolate layers as the cookies bake. But if you can’t find them, chocolate chips make a fine substitute; there's no need to adjust the baking time.

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Ingredients

Yield:9 to 10 big cookies

  • 1cup/145 grams all-purpose flour
  • ¾cup/75 grams Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • ¾teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½teaspoon baking powder
  • ½teaspoon baking soda
  • 10tablespoons/141 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • ¾cup/150 grams dark brown sugar
  • cup/133 grams granulated sugar
  • 1large egg
  • 2teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2cups/305 grams semisweet or bittersweet chocolate discs (or use 2 cups/340 grams chocolate chips)

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Nutritional analysis per serving (10 servings)

442 calories; 20 grams fat; 12 grams saturated fat; 1 gram trans fat; 4 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 64 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 47 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 235 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Set aside.

  2. Step

    2

    In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar until very light, about 5 minutes. Add egg and vanilla and beat until well combined.

  3. With the mixer on low, add the dry ingredients and beat just until combined. Add the chocolate discs and mix briefly to combine. Press plastic wrap against the dough and chill it for at least 24 hours and up to 36.

  4. Step

    4

    Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Portion the dough out into balls slightly larger than golf balls, about 3½ ounces each, and transfer five balls to the baking sheet. (They will spread significantly.) Bake the cookies until set, being careful to remove cookies from the oven when still soft in the center, about 18 minutes. Transfer the parchment with the cookies to a rack to cool. Repeat with the remaining dough, baking a second batch of four or five cookies. Serve warm.

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owen

If you want to make smaller cookies, you can make the circles of dough smaller. I’m six and even I can do it.

Schroderc

I haven't made these cookies but made very similar soft batter cookies. Instead of refrigerating for 24 hrs try this. Place batter in bowl in freezer for 30 mins. No longer because then they will be too hard. Use ice cream scoop to form cookies. Place on tray with parchment. Place trays in fridge for 2 hrs then bake. This cuts down chill time down from 24 hrs to only 2.5 hours. After baking put cookies & parchment on rack. They are too soft to move off of parchment right after baking.

JLP

No one needs a huge cookie?

What if someone does want a huge cookie? Your note is full of directives rather than suggestions. Do not do this, do that, no one needs this, keep them this size... that works for you, great. Others do it differently.

What is the problem with measuring added ingredients?

Why would you word a public note in this way?

PSS

I make a chocolate chip cookie that you let rest for 24-36 hours in the refrigerator too. The dough gets extremely difficult to work with, once chilled, so I make into balls prior to refrigerating. Hope this helps.

Olga V.

I divided the dough in two. Then rolled each into two logs and wrapped them in cling wrap. I refrigerated the cookie logs for 3 hours. When I was ready to bake them, I cut 1 1/2" disks then rolled each disk with my hands to form a golf size ball (maybe a bit smaller). I found this method easier than having to scoop refrigerated dough since it gets so hard. I reserved the second log for the next. They were delicious; next time I may sprinkle some coarse sea salt over the top.

owen7000

If you want to eat smaller cookies then you can scoop smaller dough. I am six. can you believe that?

mary

i would scoop them before putting in the fridge. that way you already have them portioned and don't have to deal with a stiff dough.

Maxine

These cookies are nothing short of sensational!!! Every time I make them, gone within 1 day. The only ingredient I add, which I do to all things chocolate is Cubano instant coffee, 1 tablespoon to further enhance the chocolate flavor.

Sam

Very delicious recipe (like World Peace with a less sandy texture). But: 9-10 cookies?! I ended up with 28 2-inch cookies, using a large, heaping tablespoons of dough slightly smaller than a ping pong ball (I used the volume, not weight, measurements with standard spoon and fluff for flour).They took 11 minutes at 350--make sure to remove while edges are just set but center is quite soft, as they will firm up on the counter. Place 2.5-3 inches apart.

David Look

From Samantha: Since the cookies were developed and tested as written, I couldn't give you an exact answer re: baking smaller ones. But I would simply start checking them a bit earlier- maybe after 10 minutes.
They're gooey and delicious warm but of course they're still lovely at room temperature.

Happy baking,
Sam

Doug C

I slid the parchment paper with cookies straigt onto the rack for cooling. No lifting. No muss. No fuss.

H.B.

I make Christmas cookies every year, and I am always looking for a new recipe to add or replace a recipe I've used in the past. This year I made these, and they were the biggest hit yet. I made them small and lowered the cooking time, but they turned out great. Comments centeredon the use of Kosher salt that brought a surprise saltiness in the midst of all that chocolate. Great! They will stay in the mix next year.

LealaM

I made mine the size of ping pong balls and baked them for 15 minutes.

Marqua1

These are really good! Don't save them just for holidays! If you leave the dough in the refrigerator overnight, you're probably going to have to let it come back to room temp in order to work it. Also, remember that the quality of the chocolate taste is only as good as the quality of the chocolate products you use. Seems obvious.....but still bears saying.

Donna S.

These cookies are exceptional! My batter was a little loose, so I refrigerated it for about half and hour and then used my cookie scoop to make little balls. After 8 minutes they were firm, yet soft in the center with slightly cracked tops. The taste and texture are spectacular. I baking quite frequently and have a wide repertoire, but these are among the best cookies I have made. Not a lot of effort for such a delicious treat. These should not be overlooked.

Christine

Because the cookies are so rich and sweet, I made smaller ones, 30 grams each, and bake them for 12 to 15 minutes. My granddaughter loves these and I send them to her at college. Most excellent!

Someone

The cookies are ok I guess they just lack flavour, and they’re to chewy and kinda dry texture but not dry but yeah definitely not worth five stars(in my opinion). I’d give it more like one or two stars also because I had to refrigerate it for 24 whole hours like it’s time consuming and not worth all that time

Double Chocolate Chip

This cookie wasn’t very good, letting it sit in refrigerator for the length of made dough to hard to make little balls. They also dry out in one day. Not worth the effort

Someone

Can I use regular coco powder ?

Ingrid Kwasniak

These are amazing in any size!!! Also, a little idea for all the chocolate lovers: If you ever have bananas laying around that are ready for baking use, make King Arthur Flour's Double Chocolate Banana Bread (sorry, NYT) - definitely will also satisfy your chocolate cravings...

Caitlin

Not for the faint of heart-- these are for chocolate lovers. Used light brown sugar (all I had on hand) and took 18 minutes to bake. Absolutely delicious.

NYT subscriber

What substitutions are needed to make this recipe lowfat?

LLP

Made and formed (size) as directed for a wine pairing dinner -- these were the last course winner! Sure you can make smaller or even share .... but why?

CLHK

These cookies are amazing! A bit tedious, but if you plan ahead, no issue.I’ve made these as written, and I’ve revised very slightly (smaller cookies).If you make smaller cookies, a HUGE help so you don’t have to wrestle with a big ball of hard dough: make logs out of the dough to diameter of cookie you want. Roll in parchment, wrap in plastic. Voila, slice and bake!Another suggestion, if you like: use half canna butter, half reg. The chocolate and CB flavors meld nicely…!

M

Delicious! I made as written with the exception of making smaller cookies, about 1 inch diameter balls of dough. Baked for 11 minutes at 350 and turned out sooooo good.Like many other bakers who have commented, I too prefer the psychological treat of more small cookies rather than fewer big ones.

AB

Ok, here is a dumb question.... I just realized that the batter that I made last night, and is in the refrigerator, doesn't have the right amount of baking soda and baking powder. I was doubling the recipe and only added the amount in the recipe. I'm pretty positive that I did that. So, what to do? Do I need to chuck it, bake it as is, or attempt to add another 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and baking powder to already "aged" dough? Any recommendations?

Susan

I made these cookies exactly as described--EXCEPT I used Trader Joe's Peppermint chips. Hands down the BEST cookies I have ever made and the kitchen smelled divine- I mean really, really divine. Enjoy.

McMo

Very good flavor, especially with an added teaspoon of instant espresso powder. We made out a bit smaller for the holiday cookie swap ( 1 oz scoop) with a shorter bake time. I’d describe them as a very brownie like cookie.

Makana

Intense! Added a teaspoon of espresso powder and went half-half on natural and dutch process cocoa powder. Weighed my cookies at 20g a piece and baked for 9 minutes. I think they'd do really well with a mix in like cherries and pistachios

KT

As recommended below, I scooped first before refrigerating. I sat a golf ball on the counter as a measurement aid, and NO WAY that would result in only 9 to 10 cookies. I made the balls considerably larger, and still ended up with a baker’s dozen. They’re in the fridge now.

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FAQs

How do you know when double chocolate cookies are done? ›

Bake the cookies for 11-12 minutes or until the edges appear set and the centers still look soft. Tip: If they aren't really spreading by minute 9, remove them from the oven and lightly bang the baking sheet on the counter 2-3x.

What happens if you add too many eggs to chocolate chip cookies? ›

Too little egg, and your cookies won't have quite the same ooey gooey chewy wonderfulness to them; they'll be a bit tougher and drier. Far too little, and the dough will not come together properly, and bake up dry and crunchy. But on the other hand, too much egg, and your cookies will puff up and be cakey.

What is the trick to making soft and chewy cookies? ›

How to Make Soft Cookies
  1. Cream your butter and sugar well.
  2. Choose a low-protein flour.
  3. Don't overmix your dough.
  4. Chill your dough.
  5. Use a higher ratio of white to brown sugar.
  6. Don't chill your dough.
  7. Smash your dough and bang the pan.
Feb 19, 2021

What happens to chocolate chip cookies with too much flour? ›

Too Much Flour

It doesn't take much—in this case, my mom and I added just 3/4 cup extra flour to the dough. The cookies tasted good, but were dry and definitely crumbly. To make the cookies more tender, Betty Crocker suggests adding 2 to 4 tablespoons of softened butter, or 1/4 cup of sugar, to the batter.

How do you check if cookies are done? ›

Chocolate chip cookies are done when they have a firm golden edge or bottom and appear slightly set on top. If the edges become dark brown, they are overbaked. If edges aren't golden and tops are soft and shiny, bake a little longer.

Is it better to put one egg or two eggs in cookies? ›

Yolks, where all of the fat is in an egg, increase richness, tenderness and flavor. Therefore, if you put an extra egg, you will get a chewier cookie. I do it all the time. If you put less, you will get a more crumbly cookie.

Should you beat eggs before adding to cookies? ›

For cookies, the answer may depend on the specific recipe, but often recipes that call for unbeaten eggs involve adding eggs one-at-a-time. If people beat the eggs ahead of time, they are more likely to combine them, which makes it more difficult to then do the staggered additions.

Should I use baking soda or baking powder in cookies? ›

Baking soda is typically used for chewy cookies, while baking powder is generally used for light and airy cookies. Since baking powder is comprised of a number of ingredients (baking soda, cream of tartar, cornstarch, etc.), using it instead of pure baking soda will affect the taste of your cookies.

What is the best flour for cookies? ›

All-Purpose Flour: The Versatile Choice

All-purpose flour is the most commonly used flour in cookie recipes due to its moderate protein content (usually around 10-12%).

What does adding cornstarch to cookies do? ›

Cookies. Cornstarch does kind of incredible things to cookies. I mean not only does it give them soft centers, prevents them from spreading, and makes them somewhat thick (in a good way), but it also contributes to the chewiness factor, which, in my opinion, is the most important cookie attribute.

What is the best flour for chocolate chip cookies? ›

Whenever you're wondering what type of flour to choose when baking chocolate chip cookies, the safest answer is always all-purpose flour. It will always provide you with the desired results, ensuring your cookies go out of the oven just as you imagined them.

What happens if too much egg in cookies? ›

If there isn't enough egg, your batter or dough may not be able to hold its structure or could end up overly dry or dense. On the other hand, if there is too much egg, your baked goods could lose their shape due to excess liquid, or have a rubbery (or even overly cakey) texture depending on the recipe.

Do cookies firm up when cooled? ›

They should still be soft when removed from the oven but will firm up on cooling. Don't be tempted to cook them until firm as they will be very hard and dense! In my experience it's very hard to undercook cookies but very easy to overcook them. If in doubt, take them out of the oven earlier rather than later!

When chocolate chip cookies come out flat? ›

Oven temperatures are a crucial factor in baking. If your cookies consistently come out flat, you may have selected the wrong baking temperature. If you bake cookies using too much heat, the fats in the dough begin to melt before the other ingredients can cook together and form your cookie's rise.

Do cookies harden when they cool? ›

If the dough is shiny as it bakes (thanks to the butter or other fat in it), that shine will significantly reduce or go away once the cookies are set. As soon as they reach that stage, remove them from the oven. Even if they don't feel firm yet, they'll continue to set and harden as they cool.

When should I take my chocolate chip cookies out of the oven? ›

After about 10 minutes, the cookies should be golden brown around the edges but still soft in the centers. The cookies will continue to cook a bit on the hot cookie sheet if you leave them there for one or two minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

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