Ingredients:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or your choice)
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Dough:
• In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend into the creamed mixture.
• Stir in the chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
3. Bake the Cookies:
• Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
• Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
4. Prepare the Chocolate Coating:
• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and vegetable oil.
• Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
5. Coat the Cookies:
• Dip each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s well-coated.
• Place the coated cookies on a sheet of wax paper to set.
6. Set and Serve:
• Allow the chocolate coating to harden completely before serving. This can be expedited by placing the cookies in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
Tips:
• You can use different types of nuts or even add dried fruits to the cookie dough for variety.
• For extra crunch, you can toast the nuts before adding them to the dough.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Enjoy your delicious homemade chocolate-coated nutty cookies!