Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup vegan or regular butter (melted)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 package (12 ounces) chocolate chip cookies
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until well combined.
- Add the eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
- Stir in the dry ingredients gradually.
- Mix in the chocolate chip cookies and walnuts (if using).
- Drop cookie dough by spoonful onto a baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Per cookie depending on size and addition of optional ingredients)
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 calories per cookie
- Fat: 12-15g
- Carbohydrates: 35-40g
- Protein: 3-4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Big and chewy with a crispy edge.
- Rich chocolate flavor with a hint of walnut (if added).
- Satisfying and perfect for chocolate lovers.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and chewy."
- "I love how big these cookies are. They are perfect for sharing or keeping for yourself."
- "Added walnuts made these cookies even better. The texture was perfect."
- "These cookies are perfect for a healthier option without sacrificing taste."
- "I will definitely make these again! They were a hit with my family."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies, or they will become hard and crunchy instead of chewy.
- For best results, use fresh ingredients and quality chocolate chips.
- If you want to add more texture or flavor, try adding other nuts or even M&M's or other baking chips instead of chocolate chips.
