Copycat Subway Chocolate Chip Cookies (Soft & Chewy)
Subway’s chocolate chip cookies are a checkout-line temptation for a reason – thick, soft, and chewy with gooey centers. This copycat recipe recreates those bakery-style cookies at home, loaded with chocolate chips.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Soft, thick, and chewy just like Subway
- Gooey centers with crisp edges
- One bowl and simple ingredients
- Makes a big batch
Copycat Subway Chocolate Chip Cookies
A copycat of Subway's famous chocolate chip cookies - thick, soft, and chewy with gooey centers and plenty of chocolate chips.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt, then mix into the wet ingredients just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips. Scoop large mounds onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers look soft. Cool on the sheet 5 minutes.
Notes
The secret to Subway's chew is extra brown sugar and slightly underbaking. Pull the cookies when the centers still look soft.
Tips for the Best Subway Cookies
- Extra brown sugar gives the signature chew
- Do not overbake – pull them when centers look soft
- Scoop large for thick, bakery-style cookies
- Let them finish setting on the hot pan
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze the dough balls and bake from frozen, adding a minute or two.
Variations to Try
- Use a mix of milk and semisweet chips
- Add a sprinkle of flaky salt on top
- Swap in white chocolate and macadamia nuts
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Subway cookies so soft?
Extra brown sugar and slight underbaking keep them soft and chewy with gooey centers.
Can I freeze the cookie dough?
Yes. Freeze scooped dough balls and bake straight from frozen, adding a minute or two to the time.
How do I keep them soft?
Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread, which helps the cookies stay moist.
