This is the best chocolate chip cookies recipe ever! No funny ingredients, no chilling time, etc.
Just a simple, straightforward, amazingly delicious, doughy yet still fully cooked, chocolate chip cookie that turns out perfectly every single time!
Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons hot water
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
Dissolve baking soda in hot water. Add to batter along with salt. Stir in flour, chocolate chips, and nuts.
Drop by large spoonfuls onto ungreased pans.
Bake for about 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are nicely browned.
To keep chocolate chip cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
If you want to maintain their soft and chewy texture, place a slice of bread in the container—the cookies will absorb the moisture and stay fresh longer.
For longer storage, freeze baked cookies in a sealed freezer bag for up to three months.
You can also freeze the raw cookie dough in portioned scoops, then bake straight from the freezer when needed.
To enjoy frozen cookies, let them thaw at room temperature or warm them in the oven for a freshly baked taste.
Variations and Tips
To mix things up, try adding a variety of mix-ins such as peanut butter chips, milk chocolate chips, or even white chocolate and macadamia nuts for a different flavor twist.
You can also swap the walnuts for other nuts like pecans or almonds, or skip them entirely for a nut-free version.
For an extra chewy texture, substitute half of the butter with vegetable oil or add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the flour mixture.
If you prefer a thicker cookie, refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.
Adjust the baking time slightly if you like your cookies more or less golden, depending on your texture preference.
These cookies are incredibly versatile, so don’t be afraid to experiment and find your perfect combination!
Nutritional Information
Each cookie provides a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors, though like most indulgent treats, it’s important to enjoy them in moderation.
A typical chocolate chip cookie (based on the recipe’s serving size of about 24 cookies) contains roughly 200-250 calories, depending on the size and ingredients used.
The cookie offers a good source of energy, with around 10-12 grams of fat (including healthy fats if walnuts are added), 25-30 grams of carbohydrates, and 2-3 grams of protein.
The semisweet chocolate chips provide a dose of antioxidants, while the walnuts contribute healthy omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
While the cookie does contain some sugar, you can adjust the sweetness by reducing the white sugar or opting for dark chocolate chips.
Always keep in mind that, as with any treat, portion control is key to balancing your indulgence with overall health goals.