Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes it’s not just about calories and fat grams. Self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
The free recipe windfall just keeps a-comin’! We’re getting mighty spoiled with all these secret recipes from our favorite places… not that we’re complaining. Today we present you with the Hilton DoubleTree Signature Cookie recipe. If you’ve ever stayed at one of these hotels, you know exactly what you’re in for: gooey, sweet deliciousness that tastes like more. Why not have a few? Or better yet, pretend you’re back on vacation… when you enjoyed your very first DoubleTree Signature Chocolate Chip Cookie. Drift away into your memories as you make your way through more warm, chocolatey goodness.
Let’s get to baking.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1/2 pound butter, softened (2 sticks)
- 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2-1/4 cups flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Pinch cinnamon
- 2-2/3 cups Nestle Tollhouse semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1-3/4 cups chopped walnuts
Baking Instructions
- Cream the butter, sugar and brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
- Add the eggs, vanilla and lemon juice, blending with the mixer on low speed for 30 seconds, then medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until light and fluffy. Scrape down the bowl as you go.
- With the mixer on low speed, add flour, oats, baking soda, salt and cinnamon, blending for about 45 seconds. Do not overmix.
- Remove bowl from mixer and stir in chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F. Portion dough with a scoop (about 3 tablespoons) onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 20 to 23 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is still soft. Remove from the oven and cool on a baking sheet for about 1 hour.
Pro Tip: This dough freezes well, and there’s no need to thaw it when you’re ready for more. Just preheat the oven to 300°F and place frozen cookies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake as normal until the edges are golden brown and the center is still soft.
