Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies

This one makes a ton of cookies - perfect for filling gift platters at the holidays.

2 c. unsalted butter, softened
2 c. granulated sugar
2 c. brown sugar
4 eggs, at room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
4 c. flour
5 c. oats
2 tsp salt
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 12 oz bag semisweet chocolate chips
1 12 oz bag white chocolate chips
6 oz good quality dark chocolate, grated
2 cups nuts (optional - my fave is pecans)

Preheat the oven to 375.

In a blender, process the oats until they make a uniform oat flour.

Cream together the butter and sugars (beat 5 minutes with a stand mixer, 6-7 with a handheld mixer, 7-8 minutes by hand) together until light in color. At the eggs and vanilla and mix well. Combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl, then add to the butter/sugar/egg mixture. Beat until the dough has come together, but there still are a few streaks of flour visible. With a strong wooden spoon, add the chocolates and nuts (if using).

Drop by the teaspoon onto an ungreased cookie sheet and bake 7-8 minutes or until the outer edges are golden but the centers are still soft. Alternatively, bake on a pre-heated baking stone for 6-7 minutes. Cool on a baking rack.

Kristin M.
Pullman, WA