Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
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Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Description
Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies begin with creaming softened unsalted butter alongside granulated and packed brown sugar, then mixing in eggs and vanilla extract until creamy. Dry ingredients including baking soda, salt, and all-purpose flour are sifted together and added gradually. Semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts are folded into the dough, which is portioned onto parchment-lined baking sheets for even baking.
The cookies bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, with a recommended 10-minute bake time for a texture that balances softness and crisp edges. Additional chocolate chips and walnuts can be placed on top of the dough before baking to enhance appearance and flavor. Parchment helps prevent sticking and burning while simplifying cleanup.
These cookies pair well with milk or coffee and can be enjoyed as a snack or dessert. Uniform shaping with a cookie or coffee scoop promotes even cooking among batches. Variations include substituting walnuts for other nuts or increasing the chocolate chips amount. Storage in an airtight container keeps the cookies fresh for up to three days, and dough or baked cookies can be frozen for up to three months with straightforward thawing or baking instructions.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sugar granulated white
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 egg large
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet
- 3/4 cup walnuts chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and then set aside.
- Add butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla extract to a large bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat over medium speed until nice and creamy, about 1 minute.
- In a medium sized bowl, sift together the baking soda, salt, and flour. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter/sugar mixture, beating over low speed. Scrape the bowl then beat over medium speed for another 30 seconds until well-combined.
- Add chocolate chips and chopped walnuts to the dough and then stir to combine. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets, about 2-3 inches apart. Add a few more chocolate chips and walnuts to the top of the dough balls.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes (mine are ready at 10 minutes), then remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!
Notes
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent burning and aid cleanup.
- Use a cookie or coffee scoop (about 2 tablespoons) to form uniform dough balls for even baking.
- Walnuts can be replaced with pecans, macadamia nuts, or omitted entirely, adding more chocolate chips instead if desired.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freeze raw cookie dough rolled into balls in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months; thaw before baking or bake directly with extra bake time.
- Freeze baked cookies in a sealed container or bag for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 40cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 159 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 159kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 127mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 57mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 156IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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