I love this recipe for these classic cookies. Store them in an airtight container so they keep their perfect texture.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup butter flavored shortening
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 Tbsp. vanilla
- 2-1/4 cups flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts, if desired
Preparation:
In large bowl, combine shortening and butter and beat until fluffy. Add sugars and beat until well blended. Add eggs and vanilla and mix well. Stir in flour and baking soda until a dough forms. Add chocolate chips and nuts. Chill dough, covered, for 1 hour in refrigerator.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. When ready to bake, drop dough by tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 8-11 minutes until light golden brown and set. Let stand on cookie sheet for 2-3 minutes, then remove to wire rack to cool. Makes 48 cookies
