These ultimate chocolate chip cookies offer the perfect balance of chewy centers and crisp edges. Made with butter-flavored Crisco for a rich, consistent texture, they are studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy pecan pieces. The addition of milk ensures a tender crumb, while brown sugar provides a deep caramel flavor. Ideal for family movie nights, bake sales, or simply enjoying with a glass of cold milk. These cookies are easy to mix up, requiring no special equipment, and freeze beautifully for later enjoyment. A timeless treat that satisfies any sweet tooth.
Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies & Variation
Description
These ultimate chocolate chip cookies offer the perfect balance of chewy centers and crisp edges. Made with butter-flavored Crisco for a rich, consistent texture, they are studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy pecan pieces. The addition of milk ensures a tender crumb, while brown sugar provides a deep caramel flavor. Ideal for family movie nights, bake sales, or simply enjoying with a glass of cold milk. These cookies are easy to mix up, requiring no special equipment, and freeze beautifully for later enjoyment. A timeless treat that satisfies any sweet tooth.Ingredients
Directions
-
Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
-
In a large bowl, cream together the Butter Flavor Crisco, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
-
Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
-
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda.
-
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
-
Stir in the chocolate chips and pecan pieces until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
-
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough (about 2 tablespoons each) onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them 3 inches apart.
-
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes for chewy cookies, or 11 to 13 minutes for crispier cookies. The cookies should look light and moist; do not overbake.
-
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 36
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2318.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 129.6g200%
- Saturated Fat 49.9g250%
- Cholesterol 198.6mg67%
- Sodium 6998.9mg292%
- Total Carbohydrate 267.4g90%
- Dietary Fiber 17.1g69%
- Sugars 146.2g
- Protein 29.0g58%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If you prefer cookies without nuts, increase the amount of semi-sweet chocolate chips to 1 1/2 cups.
For best results, ensure brown sugar is firmly packed when measuring.
Dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking for a denser, richer flavor.
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
