The Big Cookies Recipe

Winner of the Texas State Fair! Vernie Bailey's legendary recipe for colossal, melt-in-your-mouth cookies. These aren't your average cookies – get ready for a taste of Texas-sized deliciousness with every bite! Rich, chewy, and packed with chocolate and nuts, these cookies are perfect for sharing (or not!).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 1201.8 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for The Big Cookies

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How to Make The Big Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375-400°F (190-200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended) and 2 cups chocolate chips.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
  9. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

62 g

Sugar

214g

Fat

162g

Carbs

44g

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