Copycat Crumbl Milk Chocolate Chip Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cornstarch, and kosher salt until thoroughly combined. Set aside. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy. (3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until just incorporated after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the milk chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Using a 1/2 cup measure, scoop out portions of dough. Gently roll each portion into a loose ball. Place the cookie dough balls on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Refrigerate the baking sheet with the dough balls for at least 1 hour, or freeze for 25-30 minutes. This chilling step is crucial for preventing excessive spreading during baking. (60 minutes or 25 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with fresh parchment paper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Working with 3-4 cookies at a time, carefully tear each chilled dough ball in half. Place one half on top of the other, exposing the torn, jagged edges. Gently press the two halves together, being careful not to smooth the top completely. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Place the assembled cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving ample space between each cookie to allow for spreading. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 12 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just barely set. (10-12 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the cookies with a pinch of flaky sea salt, if desired. (1 minute)

Recipe View 30 mins Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack or serving. This will allow them to firm up and prevent them from breaking. (30 minutes)