Description

These chocolate chunk cookies are a delightful treat with their rich flavor and simple preparation. Made with pantry staples like butter, sugars, and plenty of chocolate, they’re perfect for anyone looking for a quick, homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons molasses
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs (room temperature)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-2 heath bar (1.4 ounces) (crushed)
2-3 large bars of dark chocolate bars (3.17-3.50 ounces) (chopped)

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
Mix in the molasses and vanilla extract, adding the eggs one at a time until fully combined.
Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda; ensure everything is well incorporated, scraping down the bowl occasionally.
Fold in the chopped dark chocolate bars and crushed Heath bar pieces until just combined.
Using an ice cream scoop, portion out cookie dough onto a parchment-lined sheet pan, placing them close together. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Once chilled, space the cookie rounds out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving room for expansion.
Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the cookies for 16-18 minutes until lightly golden, rotating the pans halfway through for even baking.
Let the cookies cool on the sheet for about 10 minutes until set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for 4-5 days.

Notes

Refrigerating the dough enhances the flavor and texture of the cookies.
You can mix in semi-sweet chocolate chips for extra sweetness if desired.
For chewier cookies, do not over-bake; they will continue to firm up as they cool.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 200
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg