Martha Stewart Fired Me Cookie Recipe

This Martha Stewart Fired Me Cookie Recipe is a rich and chewy dessert, which includes dark brown sugar and semisweet chocolate chunks. It’s a no-fuss take on bakery-style cookies, ready in 2 hours and 20 minutes with chilling time included.

Martha Stewart Fired Me Cookie Recipe Ingredients

• 2 sticks salted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 2 1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
• Flaky sea salt, for topping

How To Make Martha Stewart Fired Me Cookie Recipe

1. Cream the butter and sugars: Beat butter, sugar, dark brown sugar, and light brown sugar for 3 minutes until fluffy.
2. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in eggs and vanilla for another 2 minutes until well combined.
3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. Make the dough: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and beat until a dough forms.
5. Add chocolate chips: Stir in semisweet chocolate chips or chunks.
6. Chill the dough: Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours (up to 48 hours).
7. Preheat and prep: Preheat oven to 360°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
8. Portion the dough: Use a 2-tablespoon scoop to place 6–8 dough balls per sheet. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
9. Bake the cookies: Bake for 10–11 minutes until edges are golden but centers are puffy.
10. Flatten and cool: Gently slam the tray against the counter to flatten cookies. Add a bit more sea salt, then let sit on the tray for 2 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Recipe Tips

• Why chill the dough?
  Chilling improves flavor and helps control spreading.
• Can I use unsalted butter?
  Yes, just add an extra 1/4 tsp of salt.
• What does slamming the tray do?
  It helps flatten the cookies slightly for a chewy center and crisp edges.
• Can I freeze the dough?
  Yes, scoop and freeze dough balls. Bake directly from frozen.
• Best chocolate to use?
  Use a mix of chips and chunks for great texture.

What To Serve With Fired Me Cookies

These decadent cookies go well with:

• A glass of milk
• Cold brew coffee
• Vanilla or salted caramel ice cream
• Peanut butter or hazelnut spread
• A sprinkle of cinnamon sugar

How To Store Fired Me Cookies

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Freeze: Freeze baked cookies or dough balls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen as needed.

Fired Me Cookie Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 168 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 24g
• Protein: 1g
• Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 21mg
• Sodium: 108mg
• Sugar: 16g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I skip the sea salt topping?
Yes, but it adds a great contrast to the sweet cookie.

How long should I chill the dough?
At least 2 hours for best texture and flavor.

Can I make these cookies smaller?
Yes, reduce bake time slightly to avoid overbaking.

Why are my cookies too puffy?
Try flattening more after baking or reducing baking powder slightly.

Do I need both dark and light brown sugar?
It adds depth, but you can use all of one type if needed.

Try More Recipes:

• Martha Stewart Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Martha Stewart Lemon Layer Cake
• Martha Stewart Lemon Ginger Bundt Cake