Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups (12-ounce package) semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup chopped fudge pieces
Special Equipment Needed:
- 2 large mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheets
- Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
4. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture.
6. Stir in chocolate chips, walnuts, and fudge pieces.
7. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Let cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes
Temperature: 375°F
Serving Size: Makes about 3 dozen cookies
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 200
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the butter, you can use margarine or vegetable shortening.
- For the chocolate chips, you can use white chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or butterscotch chips.
- For the walnuts, you can use pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts.
- For the fudge pieces, you can use peanut butter chips, butterscotch chips, or white chocolate chips.
Variations:
- For a different flavor, you can add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the cookie dough.
- For a different texture, you can add 1 cup of quick-cooking oats to the cookie dough.
Tips and Tricks:
- To ensure that the cookies bake evenly, make sure to space the cookie dough at least 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- For a softer cookie, bake for 8 minutes; for a crispier cookie, bake for 10 minutes.
Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the cookies on a platter with a variety of other cookies for a dessert buffet.
Garnishes:
Garnish with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Pairings:
Pair with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve with a scoop of ice cream or a slice of fresh fruit.
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the cookies spread too much while baking, make sure to chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to wash your hands before and after handling the cookie dough.
Food History:
Chocolate chip cookies were invented in the 1930s by Ruth Wakefield, who owned the Toll House Inn in Massachusetts.
Flavor Profiles:
These cookies have a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of chocolate.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a dessert after a meal or as a snack with a glass of cold milk.
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