Chocolate Chip Nazook Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Special Equipment Needed:
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating until fully incorporated.

5. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

6. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

7. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts.

8. Drop heaping tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.

9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

10. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes about 2 dozen cookies

Nutritional Information: Not available

Substitutions for Ingredients You can substitute the walnuts with any other type of nut, or omit them altogether.
Variations: You can add other mix-ins such as dried fruit, coconut, or peanut butter chips.
Tips and Tricks: Be sure not to overmix the dough, as this will result in a tough cookie.
Storage Instructions: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions: Not applicable.
Presentation Ideas: Serve with a scoop of ice cream for a delicious dessert.
Garnishes: Sprinkle with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Pairings: Serve with a glass of cold milk.
Suggested Side Dishes: Serve with a fresh fruit salad or a green salad.
Troubleshooting Advice: If the cookies are too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to the dough.
Food Safety Advice: Be sure to store the cookies in an airtight container to prevent them from becoming stale.
Food History: Nazook is a traditional Armenian pastry that is made with a sweet dough and filled with nuts, raisins, or chocolate.
Flavor Profiles: Sweet, nutty, and chocolatey.
Serving Suggestions: Serve as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Buttery, Chocolatey