Listen up, foodies!
With most travelers stuck at home in their effort to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), DoubleTree by Hilton has decided to share the official recipe for its famous chocolate chip cookies.
"We know this is an anxious time for everyone. A warm chocolate chip cookie can't solve everything, but it can bring a moment of comfort and happiness," said Shawn McAteer, senior vice president and global head, DoubleTree by Hilton, in a statement.
"We hope families enjoy the fun of baking together during their time at home, and we look forward to welcoming all our guests with a warm DoubleTree cookie when travel resumes."
Find the recipe and baking directions below to start making your own cookies today.
DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (makes approximately 26 cookies)
1/2 pound butter, softened (2 sticks)
3/4 cup plus one tablespoon granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 & 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 & 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
Pinch of cinnamon
2 & 2/3 cups of Nestle Tollhouse semi-sweet chips chocolate chips
1 & 3/4 cups of chopped walnuts
INSTRUCTIONS
-Cream butter, sugar and brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
-Add eggs, vanilla and lemon juice, blending with mixer on low speed for 30 seconds, then medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until light and fluffy, scraping down bowl.
-With the mixer on low speed, add flour, oats, baking soda, salt and cinnamon, blending for about 45 seconds. Don't overmix.
-Remove bowl from mixer and stir in chocolate chips and walnuts.
-Portion dough with a scoop (about 3 tablespoons) onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper about 2 inches apart.
-Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Bake for 20 to 23 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and center is still soft.
-Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet for about 1 hour.
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