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Stack of thick chewy chocolate chip cookies with melted chocolate chunks and gooey centers on cooling rack

The Worst Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe


  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

Break all the baking rules with this dangerously addictive chocolate chip cookie recipe. Packed with maple syrup and chaos, it’s the best ‘worst’ decision you’ll ever make.


Ingredients

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  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1½ cups mixed chocolate chips and chunks
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
  • Flaky sea salt for finishing

Instructions

  1. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix melted butter with both sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and maple syrup.
  3. Fold in dry ingredients just until combined — do not overmix.
  4. Gently fold in chocolate chips and chunks.
  5. Cover and chill dough for at least 2 hours, or up to 3 days.
  6. Preheat oven to 325°F. Scoop 3-tablespoon portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them 3 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are golden and centers still soft.
  8. Top warm cookies with extra chocolate chips and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring.

Notes

Do not skip the chilling step — it’s crucial for texture and flavor. For best results, use chopped chocolate bars for gooey puddles and irregular bites.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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