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Chocolate Chip Cookies

The perfect midday treat

Chewy, buttery, and perfectly sweet. These delectable cookies that melt in your mouth are the perfect lunchbox treat to squeeze a little joy into busy days. This simple recipe makes around 24 cookies to enjoy throughout the week.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 12 oz (approximately 2 cups) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt
  • In a separate large bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract with an electric mixer at medium to high speed until light and fluffy
  • Turn mixer to low speed and gradually add the dry ingredients 
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each egg.
  • Stir in chocolate chips and nuts
  • Cover and refrigerate the dough for 1/2 hour 
  • Roll the dough into balls, approximately 2 tbsp each, and place two inches apart on a lined baking sheet 
  • Bake at 350° for 11 to 15 minutes, or until edges are golden brown
  • Cool before serving