• Step-by-Step Guide to Making Toll House Cookies

Step 1: Preheat the Oven & Prepare Your Baking Sheets

• Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use an ungreased cookie sheet.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together:
• 2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• This ensures an even distribution of leavening agents and salt.

Step 3: Cream the Butter & Sugars

• In a large mixing bowl, beat together:
• 1 cup softened butter
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup packed brown sugar
• Use a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4: Add the Eggs & Vanilla

• Beat in 2 eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
• Mix in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract for extra flavor.

Step 5: Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients

• Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, beating on low speed until just combined.
• Be careful not to overmix—this can lead to tough cookies!

Step 6: Fold in Chocolate Chips & Nuts (Optional)

• Using a spatula, gently fold in 2 cups of Nestlé Toll House chocolate chips.
• If you like extra crunch, stir in 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.

Step 7: Scoop & Shape Your Cookies

• Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
• Leave about 2 inches of space between cookies to allow for spreading.

Step 8: Bake to Perfection

• Place cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 9-11 minutes.
• Look for golden edges and slightly soft centers—they’ll continue to set as they cool.

Step 9: Cool & Enjoy

• Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes.
• Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.