Secret Recipe Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Craveable, tall, and chewy chocolate chip cookies! This isn't your grandma's recipe. These cookies hold their shape beautifully, thanks to a secret ingredient: lemon juice! It activates the baking soda for an extra soft and chewy texture. We've kept the oats chunky for added texture – no need for a food processor here. Freezes beautifully, so bake a batch and enjoy them all week long. Get ready for the best chocolate chip cookies you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 289.2 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Secret Recipe Chocolate Chip Cookies

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How to Make Secret Recipe Chocolate Chip Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats (optional).
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups rolled oats, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in 2 large eggs until well combined and the mixture is light and fluffy.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips and 1 cup chopped nuts (optional).
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 1-2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once completely cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They're even better the next day!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

97g

Fat

43g

Carbs

13g

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