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Joan's Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Joan's Chocolate Chip Cookies

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time12 mins
Total Time32 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate Chips, Cookies
Servings: 6 dozen

Equipment

  • KitchenAid Mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Silicone Baking Mat
  • Cooling Rack

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shortening
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 6 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3-4 drops orange flavoring extract optional
  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs and extracts and beat well.
  • In separate bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder. Add to creamed mixture. Stir in chocolate chips and pecans.
  • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Roll dough into large walnut-sized balls and space 2 inches apart. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Makes 6-8 dozen.