EpisodeS1E125 min2026-02-26
In the Test Kitchen
Cookies
The hosts debate what makes the “perfect” chocolate chip cookie — chewy vs crispy, thick vs thin, bakery-style vs homemade. They test several cookie recipes while exploring the science of butter, sugar, chocolate ratios, and baking techniques. The episode also dives into the history of the chocolate chip cookie and why people are emotionally attached to different textures and styles.