CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES


source  :  JoyofBaking
tried by :  zaralovebaking.blogspot.com


      1      cup     unsalted butter  (226 gm)
   3/4      cup     white sugar  (150 gm)
   3/4      cup     firmly packed brown sugar  (160 gm)
      2      large   eggs
1 1/2      tsp      vanilla essence
2 1/4      cup     all-purpose flour  (295 gm)
      1      tsp      baking soda
   1/2      tsp      salt
1 1/2      cup     semi-sweet chocolate chips   (270 gm)
      1      cup     chopped walnuts or pecans  (toasted - optional)


Method :

     Beat butter until smooth and creamy.  Add white and brown sugar and beat until fluffy.  Beat in eggs, one at a time.  Add vanilla.
     In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt.  Add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture and beat until incorparated, adding the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).  If the dough is too soft, cover and refrigerate until firm (about 30 minutes to two hours).
     Drop about 2 tablespoonful onto prepared baking sheets.  Bake about 10-14 minutes or until golden brown at 375'F (190'C).