Ultimate Chocolate Chip Extravaganza Cookies
Dive into cookie paradise with these Ultimate Chocolate Chip Extravaganza Cookies! The perfect balance of soft and chewy, complementing gooey chocolate chips with a hint of nutty flavor from walnuts or pecans. These cookies are a crowd-pleaser and will undoubtedly become a holiday favorite in your home. Prepare to impress family and friends with this legendary recipe that transforms any occasion into a memorable feast. Perfect for Christmas, birthdays, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, these cookies embody all that is good in the world of dessert!
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Servings
60
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
white sugar
3/4 cup (granulated)
brown sugar
1 cup (packed, light or dark)
butter
1 cup (softened, unsalted)
vanilla extract
1 tablespoon (pure)
eggs
2 large (slightly beaten)
all-purpose flour
3 cups (sifted)
baking soda
3/4 teaspoon (sifted)
salt
3/4 teaspoon (table salt)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 cups (regular or mini)
walnuts or pecans
1 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare non-stick cookie sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the white sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add in the vanilla extract and slightly beaten eggs, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
5
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and your choice of chopped walnuts or pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Using a cookie scoop or your hands, roll the dough into 1.25-inch balls and place them on the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, but the centers remain soft.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
3.33g
Fat
6.67g
Carbs
0.67g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Ultimate Chocolate Chip Extravaganza Cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How long should these cookies be baked?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
What types of sugar are used in the dough?
The recipe requires both white granulated sugar and packed brown sugar.
Can I use dark brown sugar instead of light?
Yes, you can use either packed light or dark brown sugar.
What state should the butter be in for creaming?
The butter should be softened and unsalted.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe calls for 2 large eggs.
How should the eggs be prepared before adding?
The eggs should be slightly beaten before being incorporated.
What type of flour is best for this recipe?
Use 3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Does the flour need to be sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifies that the all-purpose flour should be sifted.
What kind of chocolate chips are used?
The recipe uses semi-sweet chocolate chips, either regular or mini.
How much chocolate is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
What kind of nuts can be added?
You can add 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
How big should I make the dough balls?
Roll the dough into 1.25-inch balls.
How much space should be between cookies on the sheet?
Space the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the cookie sheet.
Should the centers of the cookies be hard when I take them out?
No, the centers should remain soft while the edges are lightly golden.
How should I prepare the cookie sheets?
Line non-stick cookie sheets with parchment paper.
How long should the cookies cool on the sheet?
Allow them to cool for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What is the calorie count per cookie?
Each serving contains approximately 60 calories.
How much vanilla extract is required?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract.
Is there salt in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe requires 3/4 teaspoon of table salt.
What is the purpose of the baking soda?
Baking soda is used as a leavening agent to help the cookies rise.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They are described as the perfect balance of soft and chewy.
Can I use a cookie scoop?
Yes, you can use a cookie scoop or your hands to form the dough balls.
Are these cookies suitable for holidays?
Yes, they are suggested as a holiday favorite for Christmas or birthdays.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients in this recipe.
How much fat is in one serving?
There is approximately 3.33g of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per cookie?
Each serving contains 0.67g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 6.67g of carbohydrates per serving.
Should I overmix the dough?
No, you should stir gently until just combined and be careful not to overmix.