Decadent Gourmet Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in these luxurious Decadent Gourmet Chocolate Chip Cookies, inspired by the legendary Neiman-Marcus recipe that famously costs $250! Each bite is a blissful combination of rich chocolate, creamy butter, and the delightful crunch of nuts, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. Bake a batch to impress your friends and family or keep them all to yourself—these cookies are simply irresistible. Share the joy and elevate your dessert game with this extraordinary recipe that yields an astounding 96 cookies, ensuring there's plenty to go around!
96
Servings
125
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
2 cups (softened)
Flour
4 cups (all-purpose)
Baking Soda
2 teaspoons (dry)
Granulated Sugar
2 cups (white)
Oatmeal
5 cups (blended into fine powder)
Chocolate Chips
24 ounces (semi-sweet or your choice)
Brown Sugar
2 cups (packed)
Salt
1 teaspoon (table salt)
Hershey Bar
8 ounces (grated)
Eggs
4 large (beaten)
Baking Powder
2 teaspoons (dry)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons (pure)
Chopped Nuts
3 cups (of your choice)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a blender, measure the oatmeal and blend it until it reaches a fine powder consistency.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream the 2 cups of butter with the 2 cups of granulated sugar and 2 cups of packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add in the 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the 4 cups of flour, the blended oatmeal, the 1 teaspoon of salt, the 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and the 2 teaspoons of baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6
Fold in the 24 ounces of chocolate chips, the grated 8-ounce Hershey Bar, and the 3 cups of chopped nuts of your choice until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls, placing them 2 inches apart on a greased or lined cookie sheet.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
6.25g
Fat
18.75g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What inspired the Decadent Gourmet Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe?
The recipe is inspired by the legendary Neiman-Marcus cookie recipe that famously costs $250.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe yields an astounding 96 cookies, making it perfect for sharing.
What is the required oven temperature for baking?
You should preheat your oven to 375 F (190 C) before baking.
How should I prepare the oatmeal?
The 5 cups of oatmeal should be measured and then blended in a blender until it reaches a fine powder consistency.
How much butter is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of softened butter.
What types of sugar are included?
The recipe uses 2 cups of granulated white sugar and 2 cups of packed brown sugar.
How many eggs are required?
You will need 4 large eggs, which should be added to the mixture one at a time.
How much vanilla extract should be added?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
What type and amount of flour is needed?
You need 4 cups of all-purpose flour.
What are the leavening agent measurements?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of baking powder and 2 teaspoons of baking soda.
How much salt is included in the dough?
One teaspoon of table salt is used in the dry mixture.
How many chocolate chips are used?
The recipe calls for 24 ounces of chocolate chips, such as semi-sweet.
What is the secret chocolate ingredient?
The secret ingredient is an 8-ounce Hershey Bar that has been grated.
How many nuts should be added to the dough?
You should add 3 cups of chopped nuts of your choice.
What is the recommended size for the dough balls?
The dough should be rolled into 1-inch balls.
How far apart should the cookies be placed on the sheet?
Place the cookie dough balls 2 inches apart on a greased or lined cookie sheet.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
What should the texture of the cookies be after baking?
The edges should be golden brown while the centers remain soft.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 125 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cookie has 6.25g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
There are 18.75g of carbohydrates per cookie.
What is the protein content per cookie?
Each cookie provides 2.5g of protein.
What is the total number of ingredients in this recipe?
There are 13 total ingredients used in this decadent recipe.
Can I choose the type of nuts used?
Yes, you can use 3 cups of any chopped nuts of your choice.
How do I mix the dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
The first step is to cream the 2 cups of butter with the granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
Are there specific instructions for the Hershey bar?
Yes, the 8-ounce Hershey bar must be grated before being folded into the dough.
Should the cookie sheet be prepared?
Yes, the cookie sheet should be greased or lined before placing the dough balls.
Is there a specific way to add the eggs?
The eggs should be added one at a time, mixing well after each addition.