Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate chip cookie experience with this recipe that yields perfectly chewy cookies with a hint of crunch from chopped nuts. These cookies are a classic favorite that will please everyone’s sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Add-Ins:
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts.
- Bake the cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chilling the dough results in extra chewy cookies.
- Vary the chocolate by using chunks or a mix of dark and milk chocolate.
