The Quest for the Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie

I love chocolate chip cookies. Not in a casual, “I’ll have one if it’s there” way — but in a seek-them-out, compare-notes, form strong opinions kind of way. Crispy edges, chewy centers, pools of melted chocolate… these details matter.

Over the years, I’ve realized something about myself: wherever I go, I’m quietly on the lookout for the best chocolate chip cookie. Bakeries, coffee shops, restaurants, home kitchens — if there’s a cookie on the menu, I’m probably ordering it. Not because I’m hungry, but because I’m looking for the best chocolate chip cookie.

So why is one cookie unforgettable and another just okay? Does brown butter really make a difference? Is the “best” cookie thick and gooey, or thin and crisp? And can there truly be one perfect version?

Here’s what you’ll find here: cookie taste tests, honest opinions, bakery finds and more!

If you’re someone who believes chocolate chip cookies deserve a little attention, a little respect and maybe a nap afterward, you’re in the right place. The hunt starts here.