These Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate chips in every bite. They taste just like the classic bakery favorite — warm, rich, and totally irresistible straight from the oven.

Freshly baked Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies stacked on a cooling rack with melted chocolate chips.
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Bring the bakery home with these Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies!

They’re soft in the center, slightly crisp on the edges, and loaded with melty chocolate chips — just like the ones you remember from the cookie shop.

Perfect for cookie lovers who crave that nostalgic, fresh-from-the-oven flavor without the store-bought price tag.

Stack of freshly baked Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies with melty chocolate chips on a cooling rack.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

  • Just Like the Originals – These cookies taste exactly like the classic Otis Spunkmeyer cookies you grew up loving — soft, chewy, and packed with chocolatey goodness.
  • Simple Ingredients – No fancy stuff here! You probably already have everything in your pantry.
  • Perfect Texture – Crisp edges with a gooey, soft middle that melts in your mouth every time.
  • Freezer-Friendly – Make a big batch, freeze the dough, and bake fresh cookies anytime the craving hits.
  • Crowd-Pleaser – Whether it’s for a bake sale, holiday tray, or weeknight treat, these cookies disappear fast!

Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients

Ingredients needed for Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies on kitchen table.
  • Unsalted butter – Adds rich flavor and soft cookie texture
  • Granulated sugar – Sweetens cookies and helps with even spreading
  • Brown sugar – Provides moisture and deep, caramel-like sweetness
  • Eggs – Binds ingredients and adds moisture for chewy texture
  • Vanilla extract – Enhances overall flavor with sweet aromatic notes
  • All-purpose flour – Forms structure and gives cookies a tender bite
  • Baking soda – Helps cookies rise and stay light, soft
  • Salt – Balances sweetness and enhances chocolate flavor
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips – Adds gooey, melty bursts of chocolate goodness

How To Make Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies

Step-by-step process for making Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies: preheating oven, lining baking sheet, creaming butter with sugars, and mixing in eggs and vanilla extract.

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup. Cream Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. Add Eggs and Vanilla
Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract until fully combined.

Whisking together flour, baking soda, and salt, then gradually mixing dry ingredients into the cookie dough.

Step Two: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.

Folding semi-sweet chocolate chips into cookie dough, scooping onto baking sheet, and baking until edges are golden and centers remain soft.

Step Three: Gently fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden but centers are still soft. Avoid overbaking to maintain that chewy texture.

Freshly baked Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies stacked on a cooling rack with melty chocolate chips.

Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Tips

  • Don’t Overmix – Once you add the flour, mix just until combined to keep cookies soft and chewy.
  • Room Temperature Butter & Eggs – Helps the ingredients blend smoothly for the perfect texture.
  • Chill the Dough (Optional) – Refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour for thicker, chewier cookies.
  • Use a Cookie Scoop – Ensures even-sized cookies that bake uniformly.
  • Watch the Bake Time – Remove cookies when edges are lightly golden; centers will stay soft.
  • Customize Your Chips – Try semi-sweet, dark, milk chocolate, or even chocolate chunks for variety.

Storing, Freezing & Reheating Instructions

  • Storing: Keep cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay fresh for up to five days.
  • Freezing: Freeze cookie dough by scooping onto a baking sheet until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Baked cookies can also be frozen in a single layer and stored in a freezer bag for up to three months.
  • Reheating: Warm cookies in the microwave for 10–15 seconds for soft, melty goodness. You can also reheat them in a 350°F oven for 3–5 minutes to restore that fresh-baked texture.
Freshly baked Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies in an airtight container, ready for storage, freezing, or reheating.

Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Faqs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted? Yes, but reduce or skip the added salt in the recipe to prevent cookies from being too salty.

Can I make these cookies gluten-free? Substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour. The texture may be slightly different, but they’ll still be delicious.

How do I make the cookies extra chewy? Chill the dough for 30–60 minutes before baking and avoid overbaking.

Can I use chocolate chunks instead of chips? Absolutely! Chocolate chunks will give a slightly different texture and larger pockets of melted chocolate.

How long do these cookies stay fresh? Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, they stay fresh for up to 5 days.

Can I freeze the cookie dough or baked cookies? Yes! Cookie dough can be frozen for up to 3 months, and baked cookies can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Stack of freshly baked Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies with melty chocolate chips on a cooling rack.

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Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies

Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 24 Servings

Description

Bake soft, chewy, and chocolatey cookies at home with this Copycat Otis Spunkmeyer Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe. Perfect for snack time, parties, or anytime you crave a bakery-fresh treat.

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In a large bowl, beat 1 cup unsalted butter, ¾ cup granulated sugar and ¾ cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Mix in the 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until fully combined.
  • Whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda and ½ teaspoon salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  • Gently fold in s2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  • Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Remove from oven and cool 5 minutes on sheet, then transfer to wire rack.

Equipment

  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, Must use for basket-style air fryers
  • Baking Sheet

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 105mgPotassium: 117mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 266IUCalcium: 22mgIron: 2mg

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