Classic Toll House Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of nostalgia with these Classic Toll House Chocolate Chunk Cookies! This cherished recipe, inspired by the original from the back of the Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunks bag, has stood the test of time. With a perfect balance of rich chocolate, creamy butter, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies are soft and chewy on the inside with a slightly crispy edge. Ideal for sharing with friends and family, or perfect to enjoy with a glass of milk, these cookies are sure to become a household favorite that brings smiles to all ages.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flour
2 1/4 cups (All-purpose, sifted)
Baking soda
1 teaspoon (Leavening agent)
Salt
1 teaspoon (Table salt)
Butter
1 cup (Softened or margarine)
Granulated sugar
3/4 cup (Regular white sugar)
Brown sugar
3/4 cup (Packed, light or dark)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (Pure vanilla extract)
Large eggs
2 (Room temperature)
Semi-sweet chocolate chunks
1 (11 1/2 ounce) package (Nestle Toll House brand recommended)
Nuts
1 cup (Chopped, optional (walnuts or pecans))
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; whisk together and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
4
Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, one at a time, ensuring to beat well after each egg is added.
5
Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6
Fold in the Nestle Toll House semi-sweet chocolate chunks and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Using a rounded tablespoon, drop dollops of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
This recipe is for Classic Toll House Chocolate Chunk Cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 9 to 11 minutes.
What are the primary ingredients?
The main ingredients include flour, baking soda, salt, butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, large eggs, semi-sweet chocolate chunks, and optional nuts.
How much flour is required?
The recipe calls for 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose, sifted flour.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use 1 cup of softened butter or margarine.
What types of sugar are used?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of granulated sugar and 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar (light or dark).
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires 2 large, room temperature eggs.
What kind of chocolate is suggested?
One 11.5-ounce package of Nestle Toll House semi-sweet chocolate chunks is recommended.
Are nuts mandatory in this recipe?
No, the 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans is optional.
How do I prepare the dry ingredients?
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl.
How should the butter and sugar be mixed?
Beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy.
What is the correct way to add eggs?
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring to beat the mixture well after each addition.
How do I incorporate the flour into the wet ingredients?
Gradually mix the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
When should I add the chocolate chunks?
Fold in the chocolate chunks and optional nuts after the flour has been incorporated.
Should the baking sheets be greased?
No, you should drop the dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
What is the recommended size for each cookie?
Use a rounded tablespoon to drop dollops of dough onto the sheets.
Should I leave space between the cookies?
Yes, leave space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
They are done when the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
What is the first step of the cooling process?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They are soft and chewy on the inside with a slightly crispy edge.
What is the origin of this recipe?
It is inspired by the original recipe from the back of the Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunks bag.
What role does baking soda play?
It serves as the leavening agent for the cookies.
Can I use dark brown sugar?
Yes, the recipe allows for either light or dark packed brown sugar.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
Is salt necessary?
Yes, the recipe requires 1 teaspoon of table salt.
What type of flour is best?
All-purpose flour is recommended.
Is this a family-friendly recipe?
Yes, it is described as a household favorite that brings smiles to all ages.
What are common tags for this recipe?
Common tags include cookies, chocolate chip, dessert, baking, and family recipe.