Ultimate Loaded Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Ultimate Loaded Chocolate Chip Cookies are a decadent twist on the classic cookie, crafted with a symphony of textures and flavors that will captivate your taste buds. Inspired by the legendary Ralf_Kramden, this recipe elevates the traditional chocolate chip cookie by incorporating a delightful array of mix-ins including rich semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy white chocolate chips, and a crunchy blend of nuts, all complemented by the sublime sweetness of butter brickle and butterscotch chips. Each bite is a personal celebration, perfect for any occasion or simply to enjoy with a cup of coffee. Once you experience these cookies, you'll never look back at the standard recipe again!
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Servings
144
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
unbleached all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups (measured)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (measured)
salt
1 teaspoon (measured)
butter
1 cup (2 sticks) (softened)
brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
granulated sugar
3/4 cup (measured)
pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons (measured)
eggs
2 (large)
nuts (walnuts, hazelnuts, pecans)
1 cup (chopped)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups (measured)
white chocolate chips
1/2 cup (measured)
butter brickle pieces
1/2 cup (measured)
butterscotch chips
1/2 cup (measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the unbleached all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and pure vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
5
Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet mixture until well combined.
6
Fold in the chopped nuts, semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, butter brickle pieces, and butterscotch or peanut butter chips. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7
Using a rounded teaspoon, drop generous mounds of cookie dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
14g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Ultimate Loaded Chocolate Chip Cookies?
They are a decadent version of classic cookies featuring semi-sweet chocolate, white chocolate, nuts, butter brickle, and butterscotch chips.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How much all-purpose flour is needed?
You will need 2 1/4 cups of unbleached all-purpose flour.
What size eggs should be used in this recipe?
This recipe requires 2 large eggs.
What types of chocolate chips are included?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips.
What kind of nuts are recommended for these cookies?
A blend of walnuts, hazelnuts, and pecans is suggested.
How much butter is required?
You need 1 cup of butter, which is equivalent to 2 sticks.
Should the butter be melted or softened?
The butter should be softened before creaming it with the sugars.
What are the two types of sugar used?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar.
How much vanilla extract is added?
Use 1 1/2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
What is butter brickle?
Butter brickle pieces are sweet, crunchy toffee-like bits included in the mix-ins.
Can I substitute the butterscotch chips?
Yes, the recipe allows for substituting butterscotch chips with peanut butter chips.
What dry ingredients are whisked together first?
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
How should the eggs be added to the batter?
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
When do I add the mix-ins like chips and nuts?
Fold them in after the flour mixture is fully incorporated into the wet mixture.
How much dough should I use per cookie?
Drop generous mounds using a rounded teaspoon.
How far apart should I space the cookies on the baking sheet?
Space the dough mounds about 2 inches apart.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
No, the recipe specifies using an ungreased baking sheet.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake them for 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then move to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 144 calories.
How much fat is in each serving?
There are 8 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each cookie has 14 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in these cookies?
There are 2 grams of protein per serving.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 13 total ingredients.
What inspired this specific cookie recipe?
This recipe was inspired by the legendary Ralf_Kramden.
Can I use bleached flour instead?
The recipe specifies unbleached all-purpose flour for the best results.
What is the leavening agent used?
One teaspoon of baking soda is used as the leavening agent.
What is the texture of the cookies?
They offer a symphony of textures including creamy chips, crunchy nuts, and sweet brickle.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of salt is included to balance the sweetness.