Baked Goodness Classic Treats (Print version)

A comforting mix of soft, chewy baked treats with chocolate, nuts, and cranberries. Perfect for sharing or solo delights.

# What you'll need:

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour

02 - 1 tsp baking powder

03 - 1/2 tsp baking soda

04 - 1/2 tsp salt

05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

06 - 1 cup granulated sugar

07 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

08 - 2 large eggs

09 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

10 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

11 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

12 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries (optional)

01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.

03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until mixture is light and fluffy.

04 - Add eggs one at a time, blending fully after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.

05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.

06 - Fold in chocolate chips, walnuts, and dried cranberries gently to distribute evenly.

07 - Use heaping tablespoons to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing pieces about 2 inches apart.

08 - Bake for 20 to 22 minutes until edges turn golden brown and centers are set.

09 - Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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The soft and chewy texture feels like a warm hug baked into every bite
The balance of sweet and slightly nutty flavors quickly made it a family favorite

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Softening butter at just the right temperature makes all the difference between cakey and chewy
Underbaking slightly and letting cookies rest helps achieve that perfect tender interior without losing the crisp edges

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Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes helps the flavors meld and prevents spreading during baking
Using a mix of sugars is the secret for balanced sweetness and ideal texture