Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies A Classic Made Easy

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread walnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes, or until fragrant. Let cool, then coarsely chop.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and toasted walnuts.
7. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps prevent the cookies from spreading too thin.
8. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
9. Drop by rounded tablespoons (or use a cookie scoop) onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.