There’s nothing quite like biting into a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie—especially when it’s packed with crunchy, buttery walnuts. This Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe delivers the ultimate homemade cookie experience with soft, chewy centers and perfectly golden edges.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

High-protein snack thanks to nutritious walnuts
Perfect for bake sales, potlucks, and gifts
Soft and chewy texture with crispy edges
Freezer-friendly and great for make-ahead baking
Customizable for any flavor preference

Ingredients Breakdown

Dry Ingredients:

2¼ cups all-purpose flour – Provides structur .
1 tsp baking soda – Helps the cookies rise and spread properly.
½ tsp salt – Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened – Adds richness and ensures a tender texture.
¾ cup granulated sugar – Gives the cookies crisp edges.
¾ cup packed brown sugar – Adds moisture and a deep, caramel-like flavor.
2 large eggs – Bind the ingredients and add richness.
2 tsp vanilla extract – Boosts the overall flavor and aroma.

Add-Ins:

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips – Melty, sweet chocolate in every bite.
1 cup chopped walnuts – Adds crunch and a nutty balance to the sweetness.

Tips and Tricks

Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading and create thicker cookies.
Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
Slightly underbake for chewier centers—cookies continue baking on the sheet.
Toast the walnuts beforehand for added flavor depth.

Variations and Customizations

Double Chocolate: Replace ½ cup flour with unsweetened cocoa powder
Nut-Free: Omit walnuts and replace with additional chocolate or dried cranberries
White Chocolate and Macadamia: Swap chocolate chips and walnuts for white chocolate and chopped macadamia nuts
Oatmeal Walnut Cookies: Replace 1 cup flour with quick oats for a heartier cookie

Pairing Suggestions

Serve warm with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee
Pair with vanilla bean ice cream for a decadent dessert
Perfect addition to a cookie platter for parties or gifting

Storage Instructions

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days
Freezer: Freeze baked cookies or dough balls for up to 3 months
Reheating Tip: Microwave cookies for 10 seconds for that fresh-baked warmth

Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Author: easysweetmeal
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 36 cookies 1x

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Description

Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies – The ultimate cookie experience! Crispy golden edges, soft & chewy centers, loaded with melty chocolate chunks and buttery toasted walnuts. Pure nostalgia in every bite

Ingredients

Scale

2¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2: Prepare Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugars

In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5: Combine and Mix

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6: Fold in Chips and Walnuts

Stir in chocolate chips and chopped walnuts evenly throughout the dough.

Step 7: Scoop and Bake

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers look set.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

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

Notes

This recipe yields about 3 dozen standard-size cookies.
For jumbo cookies, increase baking time by 2–3 minutes.
Great for gifting—wrap in cellophane bags or cookie tins.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American