Side Of The Trail Cookies

These sweet treats are perfect for snacking on the go! With the combination of chocolate chips, crunchy walnuts, and dried cranberries, these cookies are a delightful trio of flavors and textures, satisfying your sweet tooth and curbing your hunger.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy.

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Stir in the chocolate chips, walnuts, and dried cranberries. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Yield: 12-15 cookies, perfect for 4 servings of 3-4 cookies each.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.

Make sure to soften the butter to room temperature for a easier mixing process.

If using a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment to cream the butter and sugars.

Don’t overmix the dough, stop as soon as the ingredients are just combined.

If you want a crisper cookie, bake for 12 minutes, if you prefer a chewier cookie, bake for 10 minutes.

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 4.5g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 50mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 33g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 16g
• Protein: 2g