Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
These thick and chewy chocolate chip walnut cookies, inspired by Levain Bakery, are perfect for any cookie lover and best enjoyed fresh from the oven.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened, but not melted.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips Can customize with different types of chocolate.
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped To enhance flavor, consider toasting the walnuts.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- 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 chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
- Scoop out large balls of dough and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve warm with a glass of cold milk or coffee. Consider sprinkling sea salt on top for added flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze separated by parchment paper.