Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 bag chocolate chunks or chocolate chips (about 2 cups)
• 1 bar of dark chocolate, broken into chunks (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and both sugars until well combined.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Stir in chocolate chunks and dark chocolate chunks (if using).
7. Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving room for spreading.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information: (per cookie, assuming all ingredients are consumed)

• Calories: Approximately 250-300 calories per cookie (depending on the size of cookies)
• Fat: 14-18g
• Carbohydrates: 30-35g
• Protein: 3-4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and chocolatey flavor
• Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside
• Full of chocolate chunks for a chocolate lover's delight

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are amazing! The chocolate chunks give such a satisfying bite."
2. "I love how easy these cookies are to make, yet they taste like they came from a five-star hotel."
3. "These cookies are perfect for chocolate lovers. The dark chocolate chunks add a nice depth to the flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use good quality chocolate chunks and chips for best results.
• Do not overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies.
• For best results, let the cookies cool completely before storing in an airtight container to maintain their texture and freshness.