The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons hot water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat.
2. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
3. Incorporate the Baking Soda: Dissolve the baking soda in hot water, and add this mixture to the batter along with the salt.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in the flour until just combined, then fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
5. Form the Cookies: Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
7. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

This recipe yields cookies that are soft and chewy on the inside with a delightful crisp edge, perfect for any chocolate chip cookie lover. Enjoy your freshly baked cookies!