Sweet, melty, and golden at the edges, these Nestle Toll House chocolate chip cookies deliver cozy vanilla aromas, buttery crunch, and pockets of semi-sweet chips. You know those cookies that make your kitchen smell like a warm hug? That’s what we’ve got here—crisp edges, soft centers, a little chew, and a whole lot of chocolate.
2 1/4cups(280g)all-purpose flourleveled, not packed
1tsp(5ml)baking soda
1tsp(5ml)salt
Wet Ingredients & Mix-ins
1cup(226g)unsalted buttersoftened (2 sticks)
3/4cup(150g)granulated sugar
3/4cup(165g)packed brown sugarlight or dark
1tsp(5ml)vanilla extract
2large eggsroom temperature
2cups(340g)semi-sweet chocolate chips
1cup(100g)chopped nuts (optional)walnuts or pecans
Equipment
Baking sheet
Mixing bowls
Electric Mixer or Spoon
Wire rack
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Set aside ungreased baking sheets.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and nuts (if using) with a spatula.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough, spaced about 2 inches apart, onto ungreased baking sheets.
Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until golden brown at the edges but still soft in the center.
Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer cookies to wire rack to cool completely (or enjoy warm!).
Notes
Cookies keep 4–5 days in an airtight container. Freeze unbaked dough balls or baked cookies in zip-top bags for cookies on demand—just add a minute or two to the baking time if baking from frozen. Swap nuts, chocolates, or even add-ins like a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder for fun variations!