Triple Chocolate Cookies (Chewy Chocolate Cookie Recipe) - A Beautiful Plate (2024)

Chewy triple chocolate cookies featuring white, milk, and semisweet chocolate chips! Crisp on theedge and extra chewy, these cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream.

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Three cheers to cookie season! I love to share a handful of cookie recipes every year and these triple chocolate cookies are my latest favorite.

Pair them with a batch of spiced Lebkuchen, cut-out almond sugar cookiesor almond crescent cookies, and a few of these hazelnut thumbprint cookies, and you’ll have yourself a very festive holiday!

If you love chewy chocolate chip cookies, you will go nuts overthese chocolate cookies. They have my ideal cookie texture: slightly crisp edges and very chewy centers.

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Does the Cookie Dough Need to Be Chilled?

No! This cookie dough doesnot need to chilled or rested overnight, which makes it a great recipe for last minute cravings or get togethers.

These triple chocolate cookies can be made start to finish in under an hour. They also use everyday baking staples, like all purpose flour, cocoa powder, and light brown sugar.

Connor ended up taking a lot of the leftovers to work and theydisappeared!

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Two Peas and Their Pod Cookbook:

Today’s cookie recipe comes from my friend Maria Lichty’s new cookbook,Two Peas and Their Pod(affiliate link).

I met Maria in person several years ago at a retreat in Utah and have been looking forward to her cookbook release ever since she announced it last year! If you’re a fan of Maria’s website, Two Peas and Their Pod, you will absolutely love this book.

It is filled with more than 115 approachable and wholesome recipes, including an entire chapter dedicated to cookies. Maria is a cookie queen!

I’ve always had great success with her recipes, and these triple chip chocolate cookies lived up to all of my expectations.

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While I didn’t change a single thing in the original recipe, I did test and provide you with metric measurements below.

The recipe yields roughly 36 cookies (depending on your scoop preference), which makes it great for gifting. The ingredient quantities also allow you to halve the recipe easily as well.

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Why You’ll Love These Cookies:

If you’re a chocolate lover, you willlove these cookies. They have a slightly crisp edge and very chewy center.

Unsweetened cocoa powder (or Dutch process cocoa powder) is added to the cookie dough base. You’ll want to use the best cocoa that you can get your hands on for best flavor.

As the name suggests, these cookies are triple chip cookies! They contain white, milk,and semisweet chocolate chips. Use whatever combination of chips you prefer.

I’m not generally a fan of white chocolate (or white chocolate chips), but loved the contrast in flavor and color they gave to these cookies. If you prefer less sweet cookies, I recommend sticking withjust semisweet chips (Guittard is my favorite).

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How to Make Triple Chocolate Cookies:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/176°C with a rack in the center position. Line a large baking sheet with a silicone baking mat (such as a Silpat) or parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine the butter and both sugars. Mix until smooth, 2 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla and mix until combined.
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4. Gradually add the flour mixture and beat on low speed until just combined. Use a spatula to stir in the chocolate chips.

5. Place the dough by the rounded tablespoon on the prepared baking sheet, setting them apart by about 2 inches apart. You will need to bake these cookies in batches.

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6. Bake for 10 minutes, rotating the pan halfway, until the cookies are set but still soft in the center. Do not overbake.

Presentation Tip: Per Maria’s suggestion, press extra chocolate chips into the tops of the cookies while they are still warm. This is definitely not a requirement, but makes the cookies really pretty.

7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3 to 5 minutes before transferring to a cool racking to cool completely. Once the baking sheet has cooled, repeat with the remaining dough.

Note:For topping, I used an equal combination of white, milk, and semisweet. A sprinkling of Maldon salt would be great too.

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How to Store Triple Chocolate Cookies:

Store these chocolate cookies in an airtight container, between layers of parchment, at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

The edges will be slightly crisp and the centers will remain very chewy!

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Flavor Variation Ideas:

While the original recipe is fabulous, I couldn’t help but brainstorm ways that you could customize and add flavor variations to these cookies. Here are a handful of ideas for inspiration!

  • Peppermint –add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. Or fold in chopped peppermint bark in lieu of chocolate chips.
  • Nuts –if you’re a fan of nuts, these cookies would be fantastic with chopped hazelnuts or walnuts.
  • Orange – rub fresh orange zest into the sugars for a touch of citrus.
  • Mexican Hot Chocolate – add cinnamon and a touch of cayenne to give these cookies a spicy flair.

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Triple Chip Chocolate Cookies

4.4 stars (63 ratings)

Yield: 36 Cookies

Prep: 15 minutes minutes

Cook: 10 minutes minutes

Total: 25 minutes minutes

Chewy triple chocolate cookies featuring semisweet, milk, and white chocolate chips. This chocolate cookie recipe – from Two Peas and Their Pod Cookbook – is a chocolate lover's dream. These cookies have a slightly crisp edge, and very chewy center. Feel free to halve the recipe, add citrus zest or extracts for flavor variations, or substitute the chocolate varieties to suit your taste.

Ingredients

  • 2⅓ cup (280 g) unbleached all purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (75 g) Dutch-process or unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup (1/2 lb;225 g) unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (200 g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (120 g) milk chocolate chips plus more for finishing
  • ¾ cup (120 g) semisweet chocolate chips plus more for finishing
  • ¾ cup (120 g) white chocolate chips plus more for finishing

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C) with a rack in the center position. Line a large baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Set aside.

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

  • In a bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine the butter and both sugars. Mix until smooth, 2 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla and mix until combined.

  • Gradually add the flour mixture and beat on low speed until just combined. Use a spatula to stir in the chocolate chips.

  • Drop the dough by the rounded tablespoon on the prepared baking sheet, setting them apart by about 2 inches. Not all cookies will fit on the sheet for one batch. Bake for 10 minutes, rotating the pan halfway, until the cookies are set but still soft in the center. Do not overbake. While the cookies are warm, gently press extra chocolate chips into the cookies for presentation. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3 to 5 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely. Once the baking sheet has cooled, repeat with the remaining dough.

  • Storage Tips: Store the cookes in an airtight container, between layers of parchment, at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Flavor Variations:

  • Mint –add a 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. Or fold in chopped peppermint bark in lieu of chocolate chips.
  • Nuts –if you’re a fan of nuts, these cookies would be fantastic with chopped hazelnuts or walnuts.
  • Orange – rub fresh orange zest into the sugars for a touch of citrus.
  • Mexican Hot Chocolate – add cinnamon and a touch of cayenne to give these cookies a spicy flair.

Reprinted with permission from Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook by Maria Lichty.

Serving: 1serving, Calories: 201kcal, Carbohydrates: 27g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 28mg, Sodium: 100mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 18g

Author: Laura // A Beautiful Plate

Course: Cookies and Bars

Cuisine: American

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Triple Chocolate Cookies (Chewy Chocolate Cookie Recipe) - A Beautiful Plate (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret to chewy cookies? ›

Cornstarch helps product soft and thick cookies. Using more brown sugar than white sugar results in a moister, softer cookie. An extra egg yolk increases chewiness.

How do you make cookies soft and chewy vs hard and crisp? ›

Different types of sugars affect the texture because they absorb different amounts of water. Remember moisture is the key! White sugar creates crispier cookies and brown sugar creates chewier cookies.

What are the top 3 cookies? ›

Some of the most popular cookie flavors include:
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  • Peanut butter blossoms.
  • Double chocolate chip.
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What are 3 factors that contribute to a chewy cookie? ›

Salted butter, softened – I prefer salted butter but you can also use unsalted and add an extra pinch of salt to the dough. Brown sugar – Just brown sugar because we will get the 'granulated sugar' flavor from the corn syrup. Corn syrup – The corn syrup is what makes these cookies CHEWY FOR DAYS.

What is the best flour for chewy cookies? ›

Bread Flour: For Chewy Texture

Bread flour contains a higher protein content (around 12-14%), leading to more gluten development. This makes it ideal for bakers seeking a chewier texture in their cookies. The extra gluten can help retain gas and moisture, producing a denser and chewier result.

What ingredient makes a cookie soft and chewy? ›

What Makes Cookies Soft?
  1. Brown sugar, as it has a high moisture content and retains moisture better than white sugar. ...
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  3. Baking powder instead of baking soda. ...
  4. Eggs, particularly egg yolks. ...
  5. Cake flour instead of all-purpose flour.
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What makes a cookie chewy and not cakey? ›

The higher the protein content of a flour, the more gluten can be developed when hydrated. Plus, a higher protein content means more moisture can be absorbed. Together, a higher protein flour retains more moisture and creates more gluten—aka it's more elastic and chewy.

Does baking soda or baking powder make cookies chewy? ›

Baking soda is typically used for chewy cookies, while baking powder is generally used for light and airy cookies. Since baking powder is comprised of a number of ingredients (baking soda, cream of tartar, cornstarch, etc.), using it instead of pure baking soda will affect the taste of your cookies.

What is the #1 cookie in the world? ›

Oreo is the best-selling cookie in the world. It is now sold in over 100 countries. Oreo was first produced in 1912 by the National Biscuit Company, now known as Na-Bis-Co.

What is the most popular cookie in Germany? ›

1 Lebkuchen: Germany's Favorite

Lebkuchen is made out of various spices, the prominent one being ginger, hence the name, and in many different designs and shapes.

What is the 2nd most popular cookie? ›

Nabisco Oreo was ranked as the second leading cookie brand in the United States with generated sales of 778.8 million U.S. dollars in 2016. The dominating brands Nabisco Oreo and Nabisco Chips Ahoy are owned by East Hanover-based Nabisco.

What is the secret to making good cookies? ›

The key is to always use top-quality ingredients as they'll result in a better cookie; it really is that simple.
  1. Always use butter.
  2. Choose the right sugar.
  3. Choose the right flour.
  4. Check your flour is in date.
  5. Choose the right kind of chocolate.
  6. Cream the butter and sugar.
  7. Beat in the eggs.
  8. Fold in the flour.

What does butter do in cookies? ›

The job of butter in baking (besides being delicious) is to give richness, tenderness and structure to cookies, cakes, pies and pastries. We alter the way butter works in a recipe by changing its temperature and choosing when to combine it with the other ingredients.

What makes a high quality cookie? ›

The best cookies have layers of texture. A slightly crisp outer shell that holds up to some heat with an inner core that's soft and chewy.

How to make cookies chewy after baking? ›

The best way to soften up those hard cookies is something you probably already have in your kitchen… bread! That's right, a piece of fresh bread will make those tough treats soft and chewy.

What makes cookies spread and chewy? ›

6 Reasons Why Your Cookies are Spreading
  1. Room Temperature Butter. If it's too soft, it will melt faster in the oven and ultimately spread out. ...
  2. Excess Sugar and Fat. Measuring is key in baking. ...
  3. Mixing Butter & Sugar. ...
  4. Dough is Too Warm. ...
  5. Greased Cookie Sheets. ...
  6. Warm Cookie Sheets. ...
  7. Oven Temperature. ...
  8. The Test Cookie.

Why don't my cookies come out chewy? ›

Brown sugar—particularly dark brown sugar—makes a cookie chewy; white sugar makes it crispy. If your recipe calls for all white sugar and you want a fudgier result, try swapping out some of the white sugar for brown (go for half and half and adjust from there). You can also use honey or molasses for a chewier cookie.

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