Jacques Torres Chocolate Chip

Jacques Torres, affectionately known as "Mr. Chocolate," has perfected the art of the chocolate chip cookie. His recipe is celebrated for its rich flavor, chewy texture, and the use of high-quality ingredients. The cookies are characterized by their large size, generous chocolate chunks, and a hint of sea salt, making them a favorite among cookie enthusiasts.

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough:

• 2 cups minus 2 tablespoons (8½ ounces) cake flour

• 1⅔ cups (8½ ounces) bread flour

• 1¼ teaspoons baking soda

• 1½ teaspoons baking powder

• 1½ teaspoons coarse salt

• 2½ sticks (1¼ cups) unsalted butter, softened

• 1¼ cups (10 ounces) light brown sugar

• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons (8 ounces) granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons natural vanilla extract