Our Best Chocolate Chip Cookies Featuring Classic and Creative Twists

A chocolate chip cookie can't get much better than this. Ours is brimming with brown sugar and gooey chocolate chip goodness. One bite of this classic sweet treat, and you'll never go back to the store-bought stuff.

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You might think of tahini (aka sesame seed paste) as the ingredient that goes into hummus. While that may be true, we promise it’s a game-changing addition to this chocolate chip cookie recipe. Just ½ cup of tahini adds a nice nuttiness to the cookie. To really elevate that sesame flavor, drizzle on some homemade tahini icing.

Peanut butter? Check. Chocolate? Check. Cranberries? You bet! Our 30-calorie chocolate chip cookies have it all. Top them off with a chilly scoop of sweet strawberry ice cream for the grand finale.

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Fruit and chocolate is already a magical pairing, and our Test Kitchen really outdid themselves with these chewy chocolate chip cookies. Adding frozen raspberries to the dough helps the fruit keep its shape while gently adding a gorgeous pink hue to the homemade cookies.

Allergy needs or not, these gluten-free chocolate chip cookies are the real deal. Use our gluten-free flour mix recipe to achieve the perfect chocolate chip cookie texture. Feel free to add in chopped nuts, if desired.

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These cute bite-size chocolate chip cookies can be customized to create one of the sweetest combinations ever imagined. We like making them miniature, but you can follow the directions to make them into bars for a quicker process.

When it comes to these showstopping cookies, it's all about the chocolate. And boy did we pile on the chocolate here. A combination of silky chocolate and toasty pecans creates the chocolate chip cookie dough, while a decadent drizzle provides the photo-ready finish.

Crisp on the outside and moist on the inside, these golden jumbo chocolate chip cookies are overflowing with crunchy pistachios and chunks of rich milk chocolate. Make this cookie recipe ahead of your next gathering by storing cookies at room temp for 3 days or freezing for up to 3 months.

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The warm, nutty flavor that comes from browned butter really elevates the flavor of these chocolate chip cookies. Rolled oats and toffee candy go in the mix to provide texture and extra nuttiness.

Whole-wheat flour, rolled oats, barley flour, and oat bran pack these yummy chocolate chip cookies with whole-grain goodness. Stir in nuts and flaky coconut for a fix of sweet-and-salty flavor.

If you never thought baking chocolate chip cookies in your air fryer was possible, now you know! The cookie dough is dropped by the teaspoon-full, resulting in 88 adorable (and delicious) mini cookies.

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Double the chocolate means double the deliciousness. Using two types of chocolate, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a handful of pecans, you can create a chocolate chip cookie that's melt-in-your-mouth good.

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Skip the hassle of scooping out individual cookies and make a pan of these chocolate chip cookie bars. Milk chocolate-covered caramels add an extra layer of richness to these gluten-free chocolate chip cookies. Note: This is an excellent make-and-freeze bar cookie recipe to keep on hand.

Classic chocolate chip cookies might have milk or dark chocolate, but we go a little nutty over these golden macadamia cookies. Featuring vanilla-infused dough and melty white chocolate chips, these salty-sweet treats won't stick around for long.

If you prefer crispy over chewy, this is the chocolate chip cookie recipe for you. The trick to perfect, golden edges? Softened butter. It folds into the dough more easily, making a crispier cookie.

Ground and sliced almonds add nutty flavor to these irresistible chocolate chip cookies. Dark or semisweet chocolate cuts through the sweetness. Make them ahead if you like; they freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.

Rich double-chocolate chip cookies are dipped in dark chocolate ganache to make them even more decadent. Serving them at a party or potluck? Let guests dip them themselves for a little fondue fun.

Move aside, pumpkin bread. A can of pumpkin and a sprinkle of spices give classic chocolate chip cookies a fall makeover. Enjoy warm with a tall glass of milk.

Give your homemade dessert a hearty boost with this oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe. You are not only adding some whole grains to your after-dinner treat, but also preparing them in just 30 minutes. That means you’d have time to make them even after your evening meal.

These simple cookies start with purchased chocolate chip cookie dough and take just 8 minutes to bake. Cocoa powder, sprinkles, and candies make this a special treat for the chocolate lovers in your life.

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Dried banana chips add a fruity crunch to these four-ingredient, peanut butter-packed chocolate chip cookies. Roll them in sugar before baking for a delicious (and sparkly) finish.

Chocolate fans will devour these chewy chocolate chip cookies. Studded with large chunks of bittersweet chocolate and made with rich cocoa powder, these cookies are absolutely irresistible.

It’s hard to resist the temptation of eating raw cookie dough, but it’s not the safest bet. This edible chocolate chip cookie dough recipe allows you to enjoy as much as you want without worry. Go the classic chocolate chip cookie route or switch it up with your favorite add-ins.

Impress everyone with these double chocolate chip cookies featuring pecans and orange. A hint of orange zest brightens the flavor of the rich cookie dough. We also have whole-wheat flour and flaxseed in the mix to provide some healthy nutrients.

The only thing better than a fresh batch of chocolate chip cookies? A single giant one! Enjoy the same crispy-on-the-outside, melty-on-the-inside goodness with less hands-on time. Our simple skillet dessert recipe serves 12, so it’ll be perfect for sharing at your next gathering.

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