Decadent Chocolate Toffee Delight Cookies
Indulge in the rich flavors of these Decadent Chocolate Toffee Delight Cookies! A heavenly combination of semi-sweet chocolate chips, crunchy toffee pieces, and toasted pecans come together to create a cookie that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Perfect for sharing at parties, family gatherings, or simply enjoying with a glass of milk, this recipe yields a generous four dozen cookies, making it ideal for any occasion. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this delightful cookie experience!
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Servings
100
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Shortening
2/3 cup (Softened)
Butter
2/3 cup (Softened)
Granulated Sugar
3/4 cup (Granulated)
Brown Sugar
1 1/4 cups (Packed)
Eggs
2 (Large)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons (Pure)
All-Purpose Flour
3 cups (Sifted)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon (Baking agent)
Salt
1 teaspoon (Kosher)
Pecans
1 cup (Chopped)
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
2 cups (Chocolate chips)
Toffee Pieces
1 cup (Crushed)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or leave them ungreased.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and butter until smooth and fluffy.
3
Gradually add both the white sugar and brown sugar, mixing well until fully incorporated.
4
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is mixed thoroughly before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
7
Fold in the chopped pecans, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and crushed toffee pieces until evenly distributed.
8
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
1.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Toffee Delight Cookies?
They are rich, indulgent cookies featuring semi-sweet chocolate chips, crunchy toffee pieces, and toasted pecans with a texture that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe yields a generous four dozen (48) cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
Should I grease the baking sheets?
You can either line the baking sheets with parchment paper or leave them ungreased.
What fats are used in this cookie recipe?
The recipe uses a combination of 2/3 cup softened shortening and 2/3 cup softened butter.
How much sugar is required?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of granulated sugar and 1 1/4 cups of packed brown sugar.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need 2 large eggs for this recipe.
What type of flour should I use?
Use 3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
What leavening agent is used?
One teaspoon of baking soda is used as the leavening agent.
What kind of salt is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
How should the pecans be prepared?
The pecans should be chopped before being folded into the dough.
What type of chocolate chips are best?
The recipe specifies 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Where do the toffee pieces come from?
You should use 1 cup of crushed toffee pieces.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
The edges should be lightly golden, while the centers should remain soft.
How far apart should I place the dough on the baking sheet?
Space the rounded spoonfuls of dough about 2 inches apart.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
The first step is to cream together the shortening and butter until smooth and fluffy.
When should the eggs be added?
Add the eggs one at a time after the sugars have been incorporated, mixing well after each.
How do I combine the dry and wet ingredients?
Whisk the dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then gradually add them to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
What is the best way to add the mix-ins?
Fold in the chopped pecans, chocolate chips, and toffee pieces manually until evenly distributed.
Should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Yes, allow them to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
What are the calories per cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 100 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 5 grams of fat per serving.
How much protein is in each cookie?
Each cookie provides about 1.25 grams of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a cookie?
There are 12.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there a specific tool for portioning the dough?
You can use a cookie scoop or a standard tablespoon to drop rounded spoonfuls.
What makes these cookies 'delightful'?
The combination of textures from the crunchy toffee and pecans mixed with the soft chocolate chips makes them a crowd favorite.
Are these cookies good for events?
Yes, they are perfect for sharing at parties, family gatherings, or holiday events.
What is the primary flavor profile?
The flavor is a rich mix of buttery toffee, sweet chocolate, and nutty toasted pecans.