Perfect Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the comforting delight of homemade Toll House chocolate chip cookies! Perfectly soft and packed with chocolate chips, this recipe offers a fail-safe way to treat yourself and your loved ones to something special straight from your oven. Ready in just minutes!
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup salted butter, softened: Adds richness and tender texture.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar: Provides sweetness and assists in browning.
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed: Contributes to moisture and depth of flavor.
- 1 large egg: Binds the dough and helps in rising.
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract: Enhances flavor with a warm aroma.
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour: The structure of the cookies.
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda: A leavening agent that helps the cookies rise.
- 1 Cup semi-sweet Toll House chocolate chips: The star of the recipe, offering sweet chocolatey bites.
- 1/2 Cup walnuts: Adds a nutty texture and rich flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 350°F and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Butter: Heat your butter for about 15 seconds in the microwave so it’s partially melted.
- Mix Sugars and Butter: In your mixer, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until creamy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Lightly mix in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the flour and baking soda to the wet mixture.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips and Walnuts: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts to distribute evenly.
- Shape and Bake: Roll the dough into balls and place them on the baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are slightly golden but the center is soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze the dough or baked cookies.
- Reheating: To recapture the just-baked taste and texture, warm cookies in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the dough and refrigerate it overnight, which can help in developing the flavors.
- Freezing Dough: Roll the dough into balls and freeze on a baking sheet. Once solid, transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Nut-Free Version: If allergies are a concern, omit the walnuts and add an additional 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.