Get ready to transform your kitchen into a heavenly bakery with these irresistible Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Cookies that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, crisp-edged cookie packed with rich chocolate chips and crunchy, toasted hazelnuts – it's like a flavor explosion that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these cookies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup hazelnuts, chopped
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Fold in the chopped hazelnuts and chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft. Keep an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious hazelnut chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Toast the hazelnuts before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and create more depth.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Don't overmix the dough – mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra indulgence, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips and chopped hazelnuts on top of each cookie before baking.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 55mg
