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Parent Trap Cookies

Indulge in Parent Trap Cookies: Easy Chocolate Chip Bliss

These Parent Trap Cookies are a nostalgic, easy-to-make chocolate chip treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth within no time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides richness and moisture for a tender texture
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and helps with browning
  • 0.75 cup Brown Sugar Creates a chewy texture and adds moisture
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients and contributes to rise
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor
  • 2.75 cups All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to your cookies
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor
For the Mix-Ins
  • 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Creates pockets of gooey chocolate bliss
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Adds crunch and nutty flavor; optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
  • spatula
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and ¾ cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together 2 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, combining until just incorporated.
  6. Fold in 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
  7. Drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers are slightly soft.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. Customize with different types of chocolate or nuts as desired.

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