Fluffy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Creamy Center
A soft, bakery-style cookie with a pillowy center and melty chips. This pan-sized batch uses a mix of brown and white sugar for fluff, a touch of milk, and a creamy center that stays gooey between bites—perfect for sharing with four.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- ½ 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- ½ large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp whole milk
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ 1/4 tsp baking soda
- ½ 1/4 tsp salt
- ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. Cream 1/2 cup butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, 2–3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla, then mix in milk until just combined; the mixture should be smooth and glossy.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; add to wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in chips.
- Spoon 2–3 tablespoon mounds onto the sheet, spacing 2 inches apart; press gently to flatten into a disc for a creamy-center effect.
- Bake 11–13 minutes until edges are set and centers look slightly underdone. Allow to rest 5 minutes on sheet, then transfer to a rack to cool.
- For extra creamy centers, re-bake cooled cookies on a second sheet at 325°F for 2 minutes, watching until centers soften.
Chef’s Pro Tips
- Whip butter and sugars well for extra fluff.
- Chill dough 15 minutes before baking if it spreads too much.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to intensify chocolate flavor (optional).
- Use room-temp milk for a creamier center texture.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious contrast.
Storage Instructions
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; freeze baked cookies for longer storage.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 320 |
|---|---|
| protein | 4 |
| carbs | 40 |
| fat | 16 |
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