Indulge in the amazing combination of nuts and chocolate with these Nutty Chocolate Chip Cookies. This recipe yields perfectly soft and chewy cookies packed with nutty flavors and chunks of rich chocolate. Whether you enjoy them with a glass of milk or on their own, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Repeat the baking process with the remaining dough.
- Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Interesting Facts
The combination of walnuts and chocolate is not only delicious but also provides a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
You can customize these cookies by using different types of nuts or adding in other mix-ins like shredded coconut or dried cranberries.
These cookies make a wonderful homemade gift for friends and family during the holiday season.