Toll House Cookie Recipe

This toll house cookie recipe is the classic chocolate chip cookie that generations have grown up baking and enjoying. Known for its crisp edges, soft centers, and rich chocolate flavor, this recipe follows the original Nestlé Toll House formula printed on the back of the chocolate chip bag. It’s simple to prepare, uses pantry staples, and delivers consistently delicious results, making it a timeless favorite for home bakers.

Ingredients

1 cup salted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups Nestlé Toll House semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare baking sheets.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt until a soft cookie dough forms.
Fold in the chocolate morsels and chopped nuts, if using, until evenly distributed.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing evenly apart.
Bake for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Yield: Approximately 36 cookies