Ultimate Average Chocolate Chip Cookie

Ultimate Average Chocolate Chip Cookie is a medium American recipe that serves 20. 400 calories per serving. Recipe by ChefSteps on YouTube.

Prep: 12 hrs 22 min | Cook: 12 min | Total: 12 hrs 54 min

Cost: $13.35 total, $0.67 per serving

Ingredients

  • 500 g Bread Flour (provides chew and stretch)
  • 250 g Cake Flour (holds butter and oil, reduces spread)
  • 300 g Unsalted Butter (softened, cut into cubes)
  • 300 g Brown Sugar (packed, adds moisture and flavor)
  • 150 g Granulated Sugar (adds sweetness and crispness)
  • 2 Large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla)
  • 2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 400 g Chocolate Chips (semi-sweet or any preferred variety)

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients and Equipment

    Measure all ingredients, line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and preheat the oven later.

    Time: PT5M

  2. Combine Dry Ingredients

    In the mixing bowl whisk together bread flour, cake flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.

    Time: PT2M

  3. Add Wet Ingredients and Mix

    Add softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix on medium speed just until a uniform dough forms; no need to cream.

    Time: PT5M

  4. Fold in Chocolate Chips

    Turn the mixer off and fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed.

    Time: PT2M

  5. Portion and Shape Dough

    Using the kitchen scale, portion the dough into 100 g balls. Roll each ball between your palms to create a smooth, round sphere.

    Time: PT15M

  6. Chill the Dough

    Place the dough balls on a tray, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to hydrate the flour and firm the fat.

    Time: PT12H

  7. Preheat Oven

    When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).

    Time: PT10M

    Temperature: 350°F

  8. Bake Cookies

    Arrange chilled dough balls on a parchment‑lined baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake for 12 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers are still soft.

    Time: PT12M

    Temperature: 350°F

  9. Cool and Finish

    Remove the sheet from the oven, let the cookies rest on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Optional: while still warm, press a ring mold around each cookie to define the edge.

    Time: PT10M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
400
Protein
5 g
Carbohydrates
55 g
Fat
18 g
Fiber
2 g

Dietary info: Vegetarian

Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Eggs, Soy (in chocolate chips)

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Ultimate Average Chocolate Chip Cookie

Recipe by ChefSteps

A balanced chocolate chip cookie that delivers chew, crisp, and buttery goodness in every bite. By averaging the top 10 cookie formulas, this recipe gives you a thick, evenly baked cookie with a perfect edge, gooey center, and a glossy sugary surface. The dough is mixed in one go, chilled for optimal spread control, and baked at 350°F for a flawless result.

MediumAmericanServes 20

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Source Video
12h 29m
Prep
32m
Cook
1h 34m
Cleanup
14h 35m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$13.35
Total cost
$0.67
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Portion and shape dough into smooth balls to control spread
  • Chill the dough for at least 2 hours (overnight preferred) to hydrate flour and firm fat
  • Bake at 350°F for exactly 12 minutes; watch for golden edges and soft centers

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven mitts when removing trays
  • Butter and sugar mixture can be very hot; avoid skin contact
  • Use oven mitts when sliding the baking sheet in and out

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