chocolate chip cookies with pecan bits

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup pecan bits

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips and pecan bits.
7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
8. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.

Notes

• For chewier cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
• Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• For extra nutty flavor, toast the pecan bits in a dry skillet for a few minutes before adding them to the dough.