Salty Chocolate Chunk Cookies

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Salty Chocolate Chunk Cookies
45 min.
24
172kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Salty Chocolate Chunk Cookies, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and a hint of salt that will leave you craving more. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, these cookies are not only popular among dessert lovers but also incredibly easy to make, yielding 24 delicious servings that are ideal for sharing with family and friends.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey cookie, where the semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chunks melt in your mouth, perfectly complemented by the subtle crunch of flaky sea salt. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of sweetness and saltiness, making these cookies a standout treat for any occasion.

Whether you're hosting a gathering, celebrating a special event, or simply treating yourself after a long day, these cookies are sure to impress. With a caloric content of 172 kcal per cookie, they provide a satisfying dessert option without the guilt. Plus, the combination of wholesome ingredients like all-purpose flour, eggs, and unsalted butter ensures that you’re enjoying a homemade treat made with love.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible Salty Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate 72% coarsely chopped (do not exceed cacao)
  • large eggs 
  • large egg yolks 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar light packed ()
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 24 servings maldon 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • hand mixer
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Place racks in upper and lower thirdsof oven and preheat to 375°F.
  2. Whisk flour,baking powder, kosher salt, and bakingsoda in a medium bowl; set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer on mediumspeed, beat butter, brown sugar, sugar, andpowdered sugar until light and fluffy, 3-4minutes.
  4. Add egg yolks, egg, and vanilla.Beat, occasionally scraping down the sidesof the bowl, until mixture is pale and fluffy,4-5 minutes. Reduce mixer speed to low;slowly add dry ingredients, mixing just toblend. Using a spatula, fold in chocolate.
  5. Spoon rounded tablespoonfuls of cookiedough onto 2 parchment paper-linedbaking sheets, spacing 1" apart.
  6. Sprinklecookies with sea salt.
  7. Bake cookies, rotating sheets halfwaythrough, until just golden brown aroundthe edges, 10-12 minutes (the cookies willfirm up as they cool).
  8. Let cool slightly onbaking sheets, then transfer to wire racks;let cool completely. DO AHEAD: Cookies canbe made 1 day ahead. Store airtight at roomtemperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories172kcal
Protein4.43%
Fat42.11%
Carbs53.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.88
Glycemic Load
7.26
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.3130434673765%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:172.2kcal
8.61%
Fat:8.12g
12.49%
Saturated Fat:4.72g
29.52%
Carbohydrates:23.19g
7.73%
Net Carbohydrates:22.23g
8.08%
Sugar:15.58g
17.31%
Cholesterol:33.78mg
11.26%
Sodium:278.57mg
12.11%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Caffeine:8.13mg
2.71%
Protein:1.92g
3.84%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.28%
Selenium:5.04µg
7.2%
Copper:0.14mg
6.82%
Iron:1.11mg
6.16%
Magnesium:19.46mg
4.86%
Phosphorus:47.73mg
4.77%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.53%
Folate:17.56µg
4.39%
Fiber:0.97g
3.87%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.71%
Vitamin A:154.59IU
3.09%
Vitamin B3:0.55mg
2.76%
Calcium:26.88mg
2.69%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.48%
Potassium:77.08mg
2.2%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.52%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.51%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.26%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious