Toll House Cookie Recipe – Classic & Chewy Delight

Make the best Toll House cookies at home with this soft and chewy classic recipe—easy, kid-friendly, and made with pantry staples!

🍽 Toll House Cookie Recipe – Soft and Irresistible

📌 Introduction

Who doesn’t love the sweet, nostalgic scent of a Toll House cookie baking in the oven? This Toll House cookie recipe is a timeless treat, delivering soft centers, golden edges, and gooey chocolate chips that melt in your mouth.

Imagine pulling a warm tray of cookies from the oven, the aroma wrapping around you like a cozy blanket. These cookies are rich, buttery, and just the right amount of sweet—perfect with a glass of milk or stacked in a cookie jar for family snacking.

Whether you’re baking for a weekend treat, a bake sale, or just because, this Toll House cookie recipe is your go-to. It’s simple, quick, and made from ingredients you probably already have.

💚 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🍫 Loaded with chocolate chips

• ⏱ Quick and easy—ready in under 30 minutes

• 🧒 Kid-approved and family-friendly

• 🧈 Soft, chewy texture with crisp edges

• 🎉 Perfect for all occasions—holidays, parties, or cozy nights in

• 🥣 Pantry-friendly ingredients

🧾 Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• ¾ cup packed brown sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 large eggs

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Substitutions

• Swap butter with margarine (not recommended for best results)

• Use dark chocolate or white chips as preferred

• Omit nuts for allergy-friendly version

Pro Tips

• Use room temperature butter for the fluffiest texture

• Chill dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies

• Don’t overbake—cookies continue to set as they cool

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

🔪 Prep Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

🔥 Cooking Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.

3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.

4. Gradually mix in the flour mixture.

5. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts (if using).

6. Drop rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets.

7. Bake for 9–11 minutes or until golden brown.

8. Let cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Chef’s Tip

For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop and rotate trays halfway through baking.

🧂 Notes & Tips

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

• Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature.

• Reheat in microwave for 10–15 seconds for a fresh-from-the-oven feel.

🌶 Flavor Variations

• Add 1 tsp cinnamon for a spiced twist

• Use mini chocolate chips for more even distribution

• Mix in caramel bits or sea salt flakes for a gourmet upgrade

🍽 Nutrition Facts

⚠ Dietary Tags

Contains gluten, dairy, and eggs. Not suitable for vegan or gluten-free diets without substitutions.

📣 Conclusion

Ready to bake a batch of pure comfort and joy? This Toll House cookie recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Soft, sweet, and satisfying—they’re everything a homemade cookie should be.

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