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magnolia bakery chocolate chip cookies

Magnolia Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Magnolia chocolate chip cookies are a perfect balance of crispy edges and chewy centers. With a touch of vanilla, brown sugar, and cornstarch, they stay soft for days, making them a hit at every gathering.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baking, homemade cookies, chewy cookies, chocolate chip cookies, Joanna Gaines, magnolia cookies, soft cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 210kcal
Author: info.thekitcheen

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper or silicone mats
  • Cookie scoop

Ingredients

  • cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
  • Optionally, chill the dough for 30 minutes.
  • Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough onto baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly underbaked.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

The cookies stay soft for 4-5 days if stored in an airtight container.
You can freeze the dough for up to 3 months.
For an extra twist, try adding dried cherries or substituting half the butter with peanut butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 170mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg