Jacques Torres's Secret Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in the decadent perfection of Jacques Torres's Secret Chocolate Chip Cookies, a recipe that elevates the classic treat to artisan-level greatness. Featuring a unique blend of cake flour and bread flour for the perfect chewy texture, these cookies are studded with luxurious dark chocolate discs or fèves, ensuring pools of melted chocolate in every bite. The dough is chilled for at least 24 hours, allowing the flavors to deepen and the cookies to bake to perfection with a crisp edge and tender center. A sprinkle of sea salt adds a gourmet touch, creating the ultimate sweet-and-salty flavor experience. Perfect for chocolate lovers, these bakery-style cookies are a must-try for anyone looking to master the art of homemade confections.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 18

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cake flour
• 1.67 cups Bread flour
• 1.25 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 2.5 sticks Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.25 cups Light brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.25 pounds Dark chocolate discs or fèves (at least 60% cocoa content)
• 0 optional Sea salt, for sprinkling

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour, bread flour, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the softened unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid over-mixing.

Step 5

Gently fold in the chocolate discs or fèves by hand, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 24 hours, and up to 72 hours for best results.

Step 7

When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 8

Using a large spoon or an ice cream scoop, portion the dough into 3.5-ounce mounds (approximately the size of a generous golf ball). Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 3 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.

Step 9

Sprinkle the tops of the dough balls lightly with sea salt if desired.

Step 10

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the center remains soft. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through the baking time for even cooking.

Step 11

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Enjoy your large, decadent cookies with a glass of milk or as a standalone treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1883.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8802.0

Total Fat 472.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 282.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 990.9mg	0%
Sodium 3873.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1046.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 69.1g	0%
Total Sugars 634.1g
Protein 101.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 771.4mg	0%
Iron 53.9mg	0%
Potassium 4804.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.1%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 47.3%