- 1 cup Unsalted butter softened, 2 sticks
- 1 cup Sugar granulated
- 1/2 cup Light brown sugar packed
- 2 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 2 Eggs large
- 2 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup Walnuts or pecans chopped
Preheat OvenPreheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Cream Butter and SugarIn a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes). Add Wet IngredientsBeat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract until smooth. Combine Dry IngredientsIn a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined — don’t overmix Add Chocolate ChipsFold in chocolate chips (and nuts, if using). For a deeper flavor, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes(optional but recommended) Shape and BakeScoop 1½ tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 11–13 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set. Cool and EnjoyLet cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.