Chocolate Chip Almond Cookies

MAKES: 36 (3 dozen)

COOK TIME: 8 Min

There's no way we can ever get tired of chocolate chip cookies, but if you're looking for a simple twist on a classic-favorite, then you're going to love reaching into a cookie platter stacked high with Chocolate Chip Almond Cookies.

What You'll Need

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chunks
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

What to Do

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine butter, shortening, sugars, almond extract, and vanilla exctract; beat until creamy. Beat in the egg, then gradually add flour mixture, mixing well. With a wooden spoon, stir in chocolate chunks and nuts, if desired; mix well.
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on baking sheets 2 minutes, then remove cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.