Best 12 Mellow Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipes

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In this article, we present some of our favorite recipes for creating the perfect mellow chocolate chip cookies. These cookies are characterized by their soft and chewy texture, rich chocolate flavor, and crispy edges. They are a timeless classic that always brings a sense of comfort and joy. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, we've got recipes that cater to your skill level and preferences. So, let's dive in and discover the secrets to making the most delightful mellow chocolate chip cookies that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST CHEWY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



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There are a few secrets to the best classic, chewy chocolate chip cookies. Number one: Don't use chips; instead, opt for a mix of milk or semisweet and dark chocolate chunks. The second is to let the dough rest overnight or longer for a more complex, toffee-like flavor. Lastly, use an ice cream scooper to get even-sized cookies every time. And that's it! With these little tweaks, the result is a cookie that's textured on the outside, and soft and gooey on the inside. Absolutely perfect!

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
4 oz milk or semi-sweet chocolate chunks
4 oz dark chocolate chunk, or your preference

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugars, salt, and butter until a paste forms with no lumps.
  • Whisk in the egg and vanilla, beating until light ribbons fall off the whisk and remain for a short while before falling back into the mixture.
  • Sift in the flour and baking soda, then fold the mixture with a spatula (Be careful not to overmix, which would cause the gluten in the flour to toughen resulting in cakier cookies).
  • Fold in the chocolate chunks, then chill the dough for at least 30 minutes. For a more intense toffee-like flavor and deeper color, chill the dough overnight. The longer the dough rests, the more complex its flavor will be.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Scoop the dough with an ice-cream scoop onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, leaving at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space between cookies and 2 inches (5 cm) of space from the edges of the pan so that the cookies can spread evenly.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges have started to barely brown.
  • Cool completely before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 23 grams

THE BEST CHEWY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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We skipped the white sugar and went all in with dark brown sugar, which gives our cookies the ideal chewiness and perfect level of sweetness. Paired with the right amount of semisweet chocolate chips, this treat is a definite winner. The recipe makes a lot of cookies, but in our opinion, this is never a problem!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 3 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
1 1/2 teaspoons fine salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
1 3/4 cups packed dark brown sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
One 12-ounce bag semisweet chocolate chips (about 2 cups)

Steps:

  • Sift the flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda into a large bowl.
  • Beat the butter and brown sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 4 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. (Use the paddle attachment for a stand mixer.) Beat in the eggs one at a time, then beat in the vanilla. Reduce the mixer speed to low. Add the dry ingredients and beat until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips by hand.
  • Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the dough and refrigerate at least 1 hour or preferably overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Use a 1-ounce ice cream scoop to scoop half the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Chill the remaining dough while you bake the first batch.
  • Bake at 375 degrees until the cookies are golden around the edges but still soft in the middle, 12 to 15 minutes. Let the cookies cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cool the baking sheets completely, then line with parchment paper and repeat the scooping and baking process with the remaining dough.

MELLOW CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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Great mellow chocolate chip cookies.

Provided by TOMBOYGIRL

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
2 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar and white sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in the chocolate chips and marshmallows. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 91.1 mg, Sugar 11 g

FLAT-AND-CHEWY CHOCOLATE-CHIP COOKIES



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It is with great trepidation that I offer three classic recipes, hoping to suit the three schools of chocolate-chip cookiedom. (Try the crisp and gooey versions to compare.) This version is perfect for dunking in milk, and miles ahead of anything found in a plastic sleeve. Note that this recipe uses two eggs, directly between the crisp version's omission and the gooey version's use of three.

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield Makes 30 to 35 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 tablespoon kosher salt
8 ounces butter, softened
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups chopped bittersweet chocolate (chunks and shavings)
2 cups chopped toasted walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or Silpat. Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt.
  • In a mixer fitted with a paddle, cream the butter and sugars until fluffy, 3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, then the vanilla. Add the flour mixture all at once and blend until a dough forms. Fold in the chocolate and walnuts. Chill the dough for at least an hour.
  • Preheat oven to 325. Roll 2 1/2 -tablespoon lumps of dough into balls, then place on the baking sheet and flatten to 1/2 -inch-thick disks spaced 2 inches apart. Chill the dough between batches. Bake until the edges are golden brown, 14 to 16 minutes. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet, then transfer to a baking rack.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 179, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 94 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHOCOLATE CHIP MARSHMALLOW COOKIES



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The ultimate carving cookie!! I found this on another site and made a few small changes and this quickly became my favorite cookie. CAUTION: You may need to double the recipe unless you have enough will power to not taste the dough!!

Provided by Barefootandpregnant

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar and white sugar until smooth.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  • Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture.
  • Mix in the chocolate chips and marshmallows.
  • Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets about 2 inches apart. These will spread quite a bit, so make sure the cookies are not too big.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

ULTIMATE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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We named this recipe "Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies," because it's got everything a cookie connoisseur could possibly ask for. With a texture that is slightly crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, it's a favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe that's been top-rated by hundreds of satisfied home cooks.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup coarsely chopped nuts, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In small bowl, mix flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat softened butter and sugars with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon about 1 minute or until fluffy, scraping side of bowl occasionally.
  • Beat in egg and vanilla until smooth. Stir in flour mixture just until blended (dough will be stiff). Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.
  • Onto ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light brown (centers will be soft). Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Store covered in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP MELTAWAY COOKIES



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Listed as one of the five best cookies to ship because they keep their shape and can last at room temperature for about a month - they will practically melt in your mouth! Cooking time includes refrigeration time

Provided by Michelle_My_Belle

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h27m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup butter (1-1/2 sticks,cut into cubes caution this amount will not change if you change the serving size)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup miniature chocolate chip
1 cup confectioners' sugar (for coating)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, corn starch, and confectioners' sugar. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Add flour mixture and begin mixing on low speed.
  • Once mixture begins to get thick, increase speed to thoroughly mix until combined, scraping down sides.
  • Scrape batter from beaters, and mix in chocolate chips with a large spoon.
  • Refrigerate dough for 1 hour to firm up. (It's important that the dough be cold).
  • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls (no larger).
  • Place 1-1/2 inches apart on lined baking sheet, flatten if desired., and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until bottom edges just barely begin to turn brown. (Do NOT over-bake)
  • Cool on racks.
  • Pour powdered sugar into a bowl or plastic baggie.
  • Shake chocolate chip meltaway cookies in powdered sugar.
  • Store in an airtight container.

CHOCOLATE MALLOW COOKIES



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Cocoa, marshmallows and ready-made frosting transform the basic dough into these delightful treats. Sometimes, I'll top each with a pecan half. —Gloria McBride, Payson, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 40 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups Basic Cookie Dough
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup chopped pecans
20 large marshmallows, halved
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cookie dough, sugar, cocoa, egg and milk; mix well. Stir in pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8 minutes. Press a marshmallow half onto the top of each cookie. Bake 2 minutes longer or until marshmallow is puffed. Remove to wire racks to cool., Cut a hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; insert a medium star tip. Fill bag with frosting. Pipe a star onto each cookie.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SOFT AND CHEWY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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Chocolate chip cookies are a go-to favorite dessert, sweet snack, or after-school treat. This cookie-which is made in the soft and chewy style-gives you both the nostalgia of childhood bake sales and the satisfying, grown-up flavors of dark chocolate. After just three steps and a quick bake in the oven, the only thing you'll need is a glass of cold milk or frothy coffee.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield Makes about 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F with racks in the upper and lower third positions. In a small bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and both sugars on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add salt, vanilla, and eggs; mix to combine. Reduce speed to low and gradually add flour mixture, mixing until just combined. Mix in chocolate chips.
  • Using a tablespoon measure, drop heaping portions of dough about 2 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake until cookies are golden around the edges, but still soft in the center, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven, and let cool on baking sheet 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool completely. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

FIVE-INGREDIENT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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Longing for homemade chocolate chip cookies in a snap? Nut butter does double duty by replacing both flour and regular butter in these five-ingredient, two-bite (gluten-free!) treats.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 30

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup almond butter
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, stir together almond butter, chocolate chips, sugar, eggs, and salt until a dough forms.
  • Place 1-tablespoon mounds of dough 1 inch apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake cookies until puffed and tops are set, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack; let cool. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container up to 3 days.

SOFT AND CHEWY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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Bookmark this recipe as your new go-to option for delicious, soft, and chewy chocolate chip cookies made from scratch. This simple recipe produces an extra-large batch of cookies, perfect for bringing to any-size gathering, gifting to a friend or setting out on the counter at home for the whole family to enjoy. The best chocolate chip cookies don't have to come from the bakery down the street-they can be created and perfected right from your own kitchen and with ingredients you likely already have on hand in your pantry. Don't forget to slow down when baking this delicious and classic recipe, and just enjoy the process of making these amazing homemade cookies.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 eggs
4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 to 4 cups semisweet chocolate chips (12 to 24 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl with electric mixer, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and eggs until well blended. Beat in flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in chocolate chips.
  • On ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

MELLOW CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



Mellow Chocolate Chip Cookies image

Great mellow chocolate chip cookies.

Provided by TOMBOYGIRL

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
2 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar and white sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in the chocolate chips and marshmallows. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 91.1 mg, Sugar 11 g

Tips for Baking Mellow Chocolate Chip Cookies:

  • Use high-quality chocolate chips. The better the chocolate chips, the better your cookies will taste.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will result in tough, dry cookies.
  • Bake the cookies at a high temperature. This will help them develop a crispy exterior and a chewy interior.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before eating them. This will allow the flavors to develop and the cookies to firm up.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, baking mellow chocolate chip cookies is a simple and rewarding process that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips and tricks outlined in this article, you can create delicious, chewy, and flavorful cookies that will be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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