Copycat Disney Chocolate Chip Cookies – Thick, Gooey & Bakery-Style Just Like the Parks

Copycat Disney Chocolate Chip Cookies – Thick, Gooey & Bakery-Style Just Like the Parks

These Copycat Disney Chocolate Chip Cookies bring the magic of Disney parks straight into your kitchen. If you’ve ever had those legendary, oversized, impossibly gooey chocolate chip cookies at Disney resorts or bakeries, you know exactly how unforgettable they are — thick, rich, buttery, and loaded with molten chocolate in every bite. This version recreates everything that makes the Disney cookie iconic: a soft, underbaked center, crispy golden edges, layers of chocolate throughout, and that signature bakery-style thickness. They’re indulgent, comforting, and absolutely magical — the kind of cookie that makes you feel like a kid again. Perfect for celebrations, gift boxes, family movie nights, or simply when you want a warm Disney-inspired treat at home.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Servings: 15 Cookies

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 cup 226 g unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped chocolate chunks Disney uses both!
Optional: flaky sea salt for topping

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Hand mixer or stand mixer
Rubber spatula
Cookie scoop (large, 3–4 tbsp)
Baking sheets
Parchment paper
Cooling rack

Method

Step 1: Cream Butter & Sugars

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 3 minutes until fluffy and pale.

Step 2: Add Eggs & Vanilla

Mix in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla extract.
Beat until smooth and glossy.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together:
flour
baking soda
baking powder
salt
Add dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined.
Do not overmix.

Step 4: Fold in Chocolate

Fold in chocolate chips + chocolate chunks.
(Disney’s secret: use lots of chocolate with different sizes!)
Chill dough 30–60 minutes for maximum thickness.

Step 5: Scoop & Bake

Scoop large dough balls — about 3 to 4 tablespoons each.
Place on the baking sheets with plenty of spacing.
Bake 11–14 minutes until:
edges are golden
centers look slightly underbaked
This creates that signature Disney gooey center.
Let cool on the tray at least 10 minutes to finish setting.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Room Temperature: 4–5 days
Refrigerator: 1 week
Freeze Dough Balls: Up to 2 months
Freeze Baked Cookies: 1 month

Reheat in microwave 8–10 seconds for a molten center.

🥄 Variations

Disney’s Triple Chocolate Version: Add white + dark chocolate.

Brown Butter Upgrade: Brown the butter before mixing.

Salted Bakery Style: Add flaky sea salt on top.

Mickey-Style Cookies: Shape dough into Mickey silhouette.

Chunky Bakery Cookies: Use only chopped chocolate.

Caramel Swirl: Add caramel bits to the dough.

Nutty Version: Add chopped pecans or walnuts.

Double Vanilla: Add vanilla bean paste.

Gluten-Free: Use 1:1 GF flour.

Extra Thick: Chill dough overnight before baking.

❓ 10 FAQs

Do these taste like real Disney cookies?
Yes — same thickness, gooey texture, and chocolate load.

Why are mine flat?
Dough wasn’t chilled — chill at least 30 minutes.

Do they need chocolate chunks?
Disney uses both chips + chunks for texture — recommended.

Can I use salted butter?
Yes — reduce added salt by half.

Can I make them smaller?
Yes — reduce baking time to 8–10 minutes.

How do I keep them soft?
Store with a piece of bread or a marshmallow.

Can I freeze the cookie dough?
Absolutely — freeze scooped balls.

Why underbake?
It creates the soft, gooey Disney-style center.

Can I add mix-ins?
Yes — caramel, M&M’s, nuts, etc. work great.

Do I need to use both sugars?
Yes — brown sugar gives chew, white sugar gives crisp edges.

🏁 Conclusion

These Copycat Disney Chocolate Chip Cookies bring the magic of Disney bakeries right into your home. Thick, soft, melty, and loaded with layers of chocolate, they’re everything a perfect chocolate chip cookie should be — comforting, indulgent, and unbelievably delicious.

Whether you’re recreating the feel of Main Street, celebrating a Disney night, or just craving gooey goodness, this recipe gives you authentic theme-park-level cookies every single time.