Chewy vs. Crunchy — The Cookie Texture Trick

Chewy Vs. Crunchy — The Cookie Texture Trick

Chewy vs. Crunchy — The Cookie Texture Trick

 

Feature	Chewy Cookies	Crunchy Cookies
Sugar Ratio	Use ¼ cup brown sugar + ¼ cup white sugar	Use ?–½ cup white sugar only
Molasses / Brown Sugar	Keep both (adds moisture & chewiness)	Skip both for a lighter, crisp texture
Milk	Add 1–2 tbsp (helps softness)	Skip milk for drier dough
Butter Texture	Softened (not melted)	Slightly melted for more spread & crunch
Chilling Dough	Chill 15–20 minutes before baking	Bake immediately for thinner, crisper cookies
Baking Time	10–11 minutes (edges set, center soft)	12–13 minutes (golden & crisp all over)
Result	Soft center, bendy, rich caramel flavor	Thin, snappy, buttery biscuit feel