Chocolate Chip Cookies At Their Best Recipe

Name: Chocolate Chip Cookies At Their Best
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. butter or margarine, softened; 1/2 c. solid vegetable shortening; 1 1/3 c. granulated sugar; 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar; 4 eggs; 1 Tbsp. vanilla; 1 tsp. lemon juice; 3 c. all-purpose flour; 2 tsp. baking soda; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. ground cinnamon (optional); 1/2 c. rolled oats; 2 large (12 oz. each) pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips; 2 c. chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1 c. butter or margarine, softened
1/2 c. solid vegetable shortening
1 1/3 c. granulated sugar
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
4 eggs
1 Tbsp. vanilla
1 tsp. lemon juice
3 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon (optional)
1/2 c. rolled oats
2 large (12 oz. each) pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 c. chopped walnuts

1
In large bowl of an electric mixer, beat butter, shortening, granulated sugar and brown sugar on high speed until very light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
2
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3
Beat in vanilla and lemon juice.
4
In another bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and oats.
5
Gradually add to butter mixture, blending thoroughly.
6
Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts.
7
Use a scant 1/4 cup of dough for each cookie.
8
Drop dough onto lightly greased baking sheets, spacing cookies about 3 inches apart.
9
For soft cookies, bake in 325u00b0 oven for 17 to 19 minutes or until light golden brown.
10
For crisp cookies, bake in 350u00b0 oven for 16 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.
11
Transfer to racks and let cool.
12
Store airtight. Makes about 3 dozen.

2955

kcal

Calories

156

Fat

345

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. butter or margarine, softened, 1/2 c. solid vegetable shortening, 1 1/3 c. granulated sugar, 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Chip Cookies At Their Best falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate Chip Cookies At Their Best

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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