Michael Symon's Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with Michael Symon's Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt—a decadent treat bursting with rich cocoa flavor and melty semisweet chocolate chips. Perfectly balanced with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, these cookies deliver an irresistible combination of sweetness and a hint of savory sophistication. With a soft, chewy center and slightly crisp edges, they're quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time and 12 minutes of baking. Ideal for sharing or satisfying your own cravings, these gourmet cookies are elevated with simple yet thoughtful ingredients like unsalted butter, pure vanilla extract, and high-quality cocoa powder. Serve them warm or store for up to five days to enjoy the blissful chocolate goodness anytime.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 teaspoon flaky sea salt (for sprinkling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar. Beat with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract until combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop 2-tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

Step 8

Lightly sprinkle a small pinch of flaky sea salt over the top of each cookie dough ball.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. Avoid overbaking to maintain a chewy texture.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve warm or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1585.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6263.2

Total Fat 262.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 153.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 2259.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1026.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 104.4g	0%
Total Sugars 654.3g
Protein 111.7g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 821.1mg	0%
Iron 61.9mg	0%
Potassium 5067.9mg	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: 34.1%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 59.4%