55 Delicious Ways to Get Your Chocolate Chip Cookie Fix

Let’s face it, the aroma of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies wafting through the air is pure bliss. They’re the ultimate comfort food, a perfect treat for any occasion, and a guaranteed way to bring a smile to anyone’s face.

But why settle for the same old recipe when you can embark on a delicious adventure through a world of incredible variations?

Get ready to preheat your oven and prepare for some serious baking inspiration, because we’re diving into 55 amazing chocolate chip cookies recipes that will elevate your baking game and satisfy every single craving!

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie Creations

Sometimes, the simplest things are the most satisfying. These recipes focus on the beloved classic, offering a familiar and comforting taste of a traditional chocolate chip cookie.

1. The Original Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies

This is where it all began!

To make these iconic cookies, you’ll start by creaming together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Next, beat in eggs and vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Finally, stir in your favorite chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and bake until golden brown. It’s a timeless favorite for a reason!

2. Simple and Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies (3 Ingredients!)

Believe it or not, you can whip up some surprisingly tasty chocolate chip cookies with just three ingredients! Simply mix together self-rising flour and granulated sugar in a bowl.

Then, stir in your favorite chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet and bake until lightly golden. Perfect for those last-minute cravings when you want a quick and easy treat.

3. Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you prefer a cookie with a delightful chewiness, this recipe is for you. Begin by creaming together butter and brown sugar (a higher ratio of brown sugar is key here!) until well combined. Beat in an egg and vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in chocolate chips.

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for extra chewy results, then bake until the edges are set and the centers are still soft.

4. Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies

For the ultimate indulgence, try a recipe that promises gooey chocolate chip cookies. Start by creaming butter and sugars, then adding eggs and vanilla. Whisk dry ingredients together and gradually add them to the wet mixture.

Fold in a generous amount of chocolate chips. Bake for a shorter time than usual, just until the edges are set but the center remains soft and slightly underbaked for that irresistible gooey texture.

5. Classic Milk Chocolate Chip Cookies

While many recipes call for semi-sweet, sometimes you just want that creamy sweetness of milk chocolate chip cookies. Follow a standard chocolate chip cookie recipe, but instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips, use milk chocolate chips.

The steps remain the same: cream butter and sugars, add wet ingredients, mix in dry ingredients, and finally, fold in those sweet milk chocolate chips before baking until golden.

Elevated Chocolate Chip Cookie Experiences

Ready to take your chocolate chip cookies to the next level? These recipes incorporate extra flavors and techniques for a truly memorable treat.

6. Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

The nutty, caramelized flavor of brown butter elevates the humble chocolate chip cookie to gourmet status.

First, melt your butter in a saucepan over medium heat, swirling occasionally until it turns a light brown and smells nutty. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Then, follow a standard chocolate chip cookie recipe, using the browned butter in place of regular melted butter. Cream with sugars, add eggs and vanilla, mix in dry ingredients, and finally, fold in chocolate chips before baking.

7. Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies

A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top of your warm chocolate chip cookies provides a delightful contrast. Prepare your favorite chocolate chip cookie dough as usual.

After scooping the dough onto baking sheets, sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over each cookie before baking. The salt enhances the sweetness and adds a lovely textural element.

8. Double Chocolate Cookies

Calling all chocolate lovers! These double chocolate cookies incorporate cocoa powder into the dough for a richer flavor. Start by creaming butter and sugars, then add eggs and vanilla.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Finally, fold in plenty of chocolate chips. Bake until the edges are set.

9. Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies

Adding crunchy walnuts to your chocolate chip cookies provides a lovely texture and nutty flavor. Prepare your standard chocolate chip cookie dough. Once the dough is mixed, fold in chopped walnuts along with the chocolate chips. Bake until golden brown.

10. Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

This clever recipe incorporates instant pudding mix into the dough for incredibly soft and moist chocolate chip cookies. Cream butter and sugars, then beat in eggs and vanilla. Whisk in the instant pudding mix powder.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips and bake until set.

11. Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies

The dynamic duo! Combine the classic chocolate chip cookie with the creamy goodness of peanut butter. Cream together butter, peanut butter, and sugars. Beat in an egg and vanilla.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. Fold in chocolate chips. Bake until lightly golden.

12. S’mores Chocolate Chip Cookies

Prepare your favorite chocolate chip cookie dough. After scooping the dough onto baking sheets, place a few mini marshmallows or a small piece of a larger marshmallow on top of each cookie.

Then, add a small square of graham cracker and a piece of chocolate (milk, dark, or semi-sweet) to each cookie. Bake until the cookies are set, the marshmallows are slightly melted and golden, and the chocolate is softened.

13. Chocolate Chip Walnut Pudding Cookies

Combining the soft texture of pudding cookies with the crunch of walnuts and the classic flavor of chocolate chips. Prepare a recipe similar to the chocolate chip pudding cookie recipe (number 10), but also fold in chopped walnuts along with the chocolate chips before baking.

14. Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies

A touch of fruity sweetness! Dried or maraschino cherries add a burst of flavor. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough as usual. Chop the dried cherries (or drain and chop maraschino cherries) and fold them into the dough along with the chocolate chips. Bake until golden.

15. Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies

For a more delicate and buttery cookie, try a chocolate chip shortbread cookie. Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla extract. Gradually add flour and mix until just combined.

Gently fold in chocolate chips. Shape into a log or press into a pan and cut into shapes before baking until lightly golden.

16. Chocolate Chip Toffee Cookies

The buttery crunch of toffee bits adds another layer of texture. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Fold in toffee bits along with the chocolate chips before scooping and baking until golden.

17. Chocolate Chip Coconut Cookies

If you love coconut, this recipe is for you! Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Stir in shredded coconut along with the chocolate chips before baking until the edges are golden and the coconut is lightly toasted.

18. Chocolate Chip Almond Cookies

Adding slivered or chopped almonds provides a different kind of nuttiness. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Fold in chopped or slivered almonds along with the chocolate chips before baking until golden.

19. Chocolate Chip Pistachio Cookies

For a pop of color and a unique flavor, incorporate chopped pistachios. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Fold in chopped pistachios along with the chocolate chips before baking until golden.

20. Chocolate Chip Bacon Cookies

For the adventurous baker! Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble it. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Fold in the crumbled bacon along with the chocolate chips before baking. Be prepared for a unique flavor combination!

Flavorful Twists on the Classic

Looking for something a little different? These recipes infuse your chocolate chip cookies with exciting new flavors.

21. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Embrace the fall flavors! Cream butter and sugars, then beat in pumpkin puree and an egg. Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and pumpkin pie spice. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Fold in chocolate chips and bake until set.

22. Hot Chocolate Cookies

Imagine the comforting taste of hot cocoa in cookie form! Cream butter and sugars, then beat in an egg and vanilla. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Fold in chocolate chips and mini marshmallows (optional). Bake until the cookies are set and the marshmallows are lightly toasted.

23. Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

A refreshing and festive twist! Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Stir in a teaspoon of peppermint extract and some crushed candy canes or peppermint chips along with the chocolate chips. Bake until golden.

24. Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies

Coffee lovers, rejoice! Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough and add a teaspoon or two of instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients. Mix well and then fold in the chocolate chips before baking.

25. Chocolate Orange Cookies

The bright citrus notes of orange pair wonderfully with chocolate. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough and add the zest of an orange to the wet ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips before baking.

26. Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

The sweet and salty combination is a match made in heaven. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. You can either fold in caramel bits along with the chocolate chips or create a small well in the center of each cookie after scooping and fill it with a dollop of caramel before baking. Sprinkle with sea salt after baking.

27. Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ripe bananas add natural sweetness and moisture. Mash ripe bananas and add them to your wet ingredients (cream butter and sugars, then add mashed banana and egg). Proceed with the rest of the chocolate chip cookie recipe, folding in the chocolate chips before baking.

28. Chocolate Cherry Cookies

We’ve mentioned cherry before, but this time, the cherry flavor might be more pronounced, perhaps using cherry extract or more dried cherries.

Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough and add a teaspoon of cherry extract (optional) and chopped dried cherries along with the chocolate chips. Bake until golden.

29. Strawberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies

The sweet and fruity flavor of strawberries combined with creamy white chocolate chips. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Fold in chopped freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips before baking.

30. Matcha White Chocolate Cookies

For a unique and trendy flavor, incorporate matcha powder. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough and whisk in matcha powder with the dry ingredients. Fold in white chocolate chips before baking.

31. Chocolate Raspberry Cookies

The tartness of raspberries beautifully complements chocolate. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough and fold in freeze-dried raspberries (crushed slightly) along with the chocolate chips before baking.

32. Chocolate Dipped Cookies

Take your chocolate chip cookies to the next level. Bake your favorite chocolate chip cookies as usual. Once cooled, melt your choice of chocolate (milk, dark, or white) in a double boiler or microwave. Dip half of each cookie into the melted chocolate and let them set on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

33. Chocolate Chip Thumbprint Cookies

A classic cookie with a twist! Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet. Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.

Bake for a few minutes, then remove from the oven and fill the indentations with jam, ganache, or melted chocolate. Return to the oven to finish baking.

34. Chocolate Chip Crinkle Cookies

These cookies get their signature crackled appearance. Prepare a chocolate cookie dough (often with cocoa powder). Roll the chilled dough balls in powdered sugar until completely coated.

Place on a baking sheet and bake until the cookies crackle on the surface. Add chocolate chips to the dough before chilling and rolling.

35. Chocolate Crackle Cookies

Similar to crinkle cookies, but perhaps with a slightly different recipe. Prepare a chocolate dough (often with cocoa powder). Roll the dough into balls and then in granulated sugar (optional). Bake until the tops crackle. Add chocolate chips to the dough before forming the balls.

36. Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

We touched on this earlier, but a dedicated recipe might incorporate more marshmallows or a different method. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Fold in mini marshmallows along with the chocolate chips. Bake until the cookies are set and the marshmallows are slightly melted.

37. Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies (Different Flavor)

Experiment with different pudding flavors. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough, but instead of vanilla pudding mix, use a different flavor like butterscotch or chocolate. Follow the rest of the recipe and bake as usual, with chocolate chips folded in.

38. Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies

Imagine the tangy, creamy flavor of cheesecake baked into a chocolate chip cookie! Prepare a standard chocolate chip cookie dough.

In a separate bowl, cream together softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the cookie dough. Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet and bake.

39. German Chocolate Cookies

Inspired by the classic German chocolate cake. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Add shredded coconut and chopped pecans to the dough along with the chocolate chips. Bake until golden.

40. Oreo Chocolate Chip Cookies

Crushed Oreo cookies are mixed into the dough. Prepare your chocolate chip cookie dough. Roughly crush Oreo cookies and fold them into the dough along with the chocolate chips before baking.

Dietary-Friendly Chocolate Chip Cookies

Need a cookie that fits specific dietary needs? These recipes offer delicious alternatives.

41. Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Don’t let gluten restrictions stop you. Prepare a chocolate chip cookie recipe using a gluten-free flour blend or almond flour. Follow the recipe instructions, ensuring all other ingredients are also gluten-free, and fold in your chocolate chips before baking.

42. Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Enjoy a plant-based treat. Prepare a chocolate chip cookie recipe that uses plant-based butter and a binder like flax eggs (ground flaxseed mixed with water) or applesauce in place of eggs. Ensure your chocolate chips are also vegan. Fold in the chocolate chips and bake.

43. Dairy Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

For those avoiding dairy. Prepare a chocolate chip cookie recipe using dairy-free butter. Ensure your chocolate chips are also dairy-free. Follow the recipe and bake as usual.

44. Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies

Perfect for egg allergies. Prepare an eggless chocolate chip cookie recipe that uses ingredients like mashed banana, applesauce, or yogurt as a binder in place of eggs. Fold in the chocolate chips and bake.

45. Sugar Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Enjoy a sweet treat without added sugar. Prepare a chocolate chip cookie recipe that uses a sugar substitute like stevia or erythritol. Fold in sugar-free chocolate chips and bake.

46. Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies

Following a paleo diet? Prepare a chocolate chip cookie recipe using almond flour or coconut flour, avoiding grains and refined sugars. Sweeten with honey or maple syrup. Use paleo-friendly chocolate chips. Fold in the chips and bake.

47. Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies

For those on a ketogenic diet. Prepare a low-carb chocolate chip cookie recipe using almond flour and a keto-friendly sweetener. Use sugar-free chocolate chips. Fold in the chips and bake.

48. Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

Using almond flour gives a different texture. Prepare a chocolate chip cookie recipe using almond flour as the primary flour. Follow the recipe and fold in your chocolate chips before baking.

49. Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you have sourdough starter discard. Prepare a chocolate chip cookie recipe that incorporates sourdough discard into the dough. This often adds a slight tang. Fold in your chocolate chips and bake.

50. Grain Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

For those avoiding grains, this recipe offers a delicious alternative. Prepare a chocolate chip cookie recipe that uses almond flour or coconut flour as the base.

Ensure all other ingredients are grain-free, and use a sweetener like honey or maple syrup if desired. Fold in your favorite grain-free chocolate chips and bake until golden.

Famous Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes

Finally, let’s take a look at some iconic recipes.

51. Joanna Gaines Chocolate Chip Cookies

Inspired by Magnolia Table. Prepare a recipe inspired by Joanna Gaines’ style, often featuring simple, quality ingredients like butter and vanilla. Follow the recipe and fold in your chocolate chips before baking.

52. Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chip Cookies

A classic for a reason! Prepare a recipe that aims to replicate the soft centers and slightly crispy edges. Follow the recipe and fold in chocolate chips.

53. Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies

These famous New York City cookies are known for their size and gooey centers. Recipes often call for a higher proportion of butter and a specific baking method to achieve that thick, soft texture packed with chocolate chips.

54. Neiman Marcus Chocolate Chip Cookies

Legend has it, this recipe was supposedly stolen! Recipes often describe them as rich and decadent. Prepare a recipe that aims for a rich, buttery flavor and plenty of chocolate chips.

55. Betty Crocker Chocolate Chip Cookies

A staple in many households. Prepare a classic Betty Crocker chocolate chip cookie recipe, following the straightforward instructions and folding in your chocolate chips.

Beyond the Basics

While we’ve covered a lot, the possibilities are endless! Don’t be afraid to experiment with different types of chocolate chips, add nuts, spices, extracts, and more to create your own signature chocolate chip cookie masterpiece. Happy baking!