Nutty or Nice Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate homemade treat with these Nutty or Nice Chocolate Chip Cookies, a classic recipe elevated with a customizable twist. Perfectly golden on the edges and soft in the center, these cookies are packed with rich, semi-sweet chocolate chips and a delightful crunch from optional chopped nuts like pecans, walnuts, or almonds. Quick and easy to make with just 15 minutes of prep time, this versatile recipe caters to all preferences—go "nutty" for added texture or keep it "nice" and simple for timeless chocolatey goodness. Whether you're baking for a crowd or a cozy night in, these irresistible cookies pair beautifully with a glass of milk and are guaranteed to satisfy your craving for sweet nostalgia.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional: pecans, walnuts, or almonds)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until creamy and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix 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. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips and, if using, the chopped nuts.
Scoop heaping tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly underbaked.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy your 'Nutty or Nice Chocolate Chip Cookies'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 271.3 g | 348% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.1 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2646 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 748.9 g | 272% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.0 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 482.5 g | ||
| Protein | 79.5 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 27.8 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 1169 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
