Toll House Cookie Recipe
This Toll House cookie recipe is the iconic chocolate chip cookie that many people grew up baking and enjoying. Famous for its lightly crisp edges, soft and chewy centers, and rich chocolate taste, this version follows the classic Nestlé Toll House method traditionally printed on the back of the chocolate chip package. Made with simple pantry staples and easy steps, it delivers reliable, bakery-style results every time, making it a true staple for home bakers of all skill levels.
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups Nestlé Toll House semi-sweet chocolate morsels
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare baking sheets.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and well blended.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Slowly incorporate the flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Gently fold in the chocolate morsels and chopped nuts, if using, until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparation Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 36 cookies
- Yield: Approximately 36 cookies