Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt and Toasted Pecans

Indulge in the perfect balance of traditional chocolate chip cookies infused with a touch of creativity through toasted pecans and a sprinkle of sea salt. These cookies offer a delightful chewy texture, rich chocolatey flavor, and a hint of nutty crunch, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips and toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie dough ball.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
10. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.