If you’ve ever wondered how to make chunky cookies that look straight out of a bakery window, you’re not alone. Chunky cookies—those tall, thick, chewy masterpieces—are having a major moment in the cookie world. Here’s how you can master the art of baking them at home.

1. Use Cold Butter Instead of Softened

Cold butter helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking, keeping them nice and chunky. Cube it before creaming with sugar for even mixing.

2. Add More Brown Sugar than White

Brown sugar adds moisture and chewiness. A higher ratio of brown to white sugar gives cookies that rich, gooey center we all crave.

3. Chill Your Dough (Even Just 30 Minutes!)

This is non-negotiable for thick cookies. Chilling firms up the fat, so your cookies don’t flatten out in the oven. Bonus: it enhances the flavor too.

4. Use a High-Protein Flour

Bread flour or a mix of all-purpose and bread flour adds structure, helping the cookies rise and hold their shape. This makes a huge difference in thickness!

5. Don’t Overmix the Dough

Once you add the dry ingredients, mix just until combined. Over mixing creates more gluten, which can lead to flatter cookies.

6. Scoop Tall, Not Wide

Instead of flattening your cookie dough balls, stack the dough higher when portioning onto the baking tray. Tall scoops = tall cookies.

7. Bake at a Slightly Higher Temperature

Try baking at 375°F (190°C) instead of 350°F. The higher heat sets the edges quickly, locking in that chunky center.

BONUS TIPS

Add mix-ins like chocolate chunks, nuts, or dried fruit to give the cookies more bulk.

Use a cookie scoop or weigh your dough for uniform size and even baking. Our cookies weigh a big and chunky 140g each!

Making chunky cookies isn’t hard when you follow the right techniques. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just because, these tips will help you get that Instagram-worthy thick and chewy result every single time! 

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