Description
Neiman Marcus Cookies are a classic American chocolate chip cookie recipe known for their soft centers and lightly golden edges. These homemade cookies combine the richness of butter with the sweetness of chocolate chips and optional nuts, making them a perfect treat for holidays or any time you crave a comforting dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to incorporate fully, then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the cookies.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and maintain cookie tenderness.
- Add Chocolate Chips and Nuts: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts carefully to distribute them evenly without breaking the chips.
- Drop Dough onto Baking Sheets: Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow the cookies to spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden while the centers remain soft for the classic texture.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they hold their shape.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Substitute nuts with more chocolate chips or white chocolate chunks for a different variety.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to keep them fresh.
