Mother's Cookies

Bite into nostalgia with "Mother's Cookies," the ultimate soft and chewy homemade treat that's packed with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional crunchy nuts for an irresistible texture. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like unsalted butter, brown sugar, and pure vanilla extract for that timeless bakery-quality flavor, all ready within just 27 minutes of prep and bake time. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday cookie exchanges, or a cozy dessert at home, these classic cookies are baked to golden-edged perfection with gooey centers that melt in your mouth. Customize the recipe by adding your favorite nuts, or keep it traditional—either way, these cookies are guaranteed to become a beloved household favorite. Ideal for sharing or storing for a week of sweet indulgence, "Mother's Cookies" are a truly heartfelt, timeless treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup optional chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts using a spatula.

Step 7

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look slightly underbaked. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and chewy.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy! Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1241.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5156.9

Total Fat 214.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 2883.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 807.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.2g	0%
Total Sugars 532.9g
Protein 69.6g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 342.8mg	0%
Iron 25.0mg	0%
Potassium 1003.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.4%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 59.4%