Ultimate Chocolate Chip Dream Cookies
These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with delicious chocolate chips, perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying on your own.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened, not melted, for the best texture.
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 pieces eggs Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Gradually add to the mixture.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Dissolve in hot water before adding.
- 2 teaspoons hot water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Experiment with different types of chocolate chips for a twist.
- 1 cup chopped walnuts Can be substituted with pecans or almonds.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and both sugars until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
- Dissolve the baking soda in hot water and add it to the mixture along with the salt.
- Gradually add the flour, chocolate chips, and walnuts, stirring until everything is combined.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until the edges are golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
These cookies can be served with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. For extra chewy cookies, try chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking.