Chocolate chip cookies with walnut are the perfect balance of rich, gooey chocolate chips, crunchy walnuts, and a classic vanilla dough. Each bite will leave you wanting more!

Treat yourself to a delicious dessert with these homemade chocolate chip cookies with walnuts. These cookies have an old fashioned taste and a chewy texture that everyone loves. They are made with lots of melty chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts — a perfect combo!

The best part is that they are super easy to make and don’t need any time to chill in the fridge. You can have a batch of these cookies ready to eat in less than 30 minutes!

Walnut chocolate chip cookies are so good because they have a homemade touch. They’ll taste just like the ones your grandma used to make! When you take a bite, you’ll experience a mix of nutty flavors and gooey chocolate that will make you want more. The edges of the cookies are crispy, while the centers are soft and chewy.

So put on your apron, heat up your oven, and get ready to enjoy this irresistible chocolate chip walnut cookie recipe. You won’t be able to resist the amazing taste and texture of these treats!

Ingredients needed to prepare walnut chocolate chip cookies.

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies with Walnut

A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.

STEP ONE: Begin by preheating your oven to a temperature of 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Combining flour, baking soda and salt in a mixing bowl.

STEP TWO: In a large mixing bowl, or using a stand mixer equipped with the paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture achieves a light and fluffy consistency. This process should take around 2 minutes.

Adding egg and vanilla extract to flour base mixture for cookie dough in a mixing bowl.

STEP THREE: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and thoroughly combine them.

STEP FOUR: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Transfer these dry ingredients to the wet mixture and gently mix until they are just combined. It is important not to overmix!

STEP FIVE: Carefully fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.

Adding chocolate chips and walnuts to cookie dough base in a clear mixing bowl.

STEP SIX: Portion out the dough into scoops of approximately 2 tablespoons each. Place these dough scoops on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring there is at least 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Four cookie dough balls on a parchment lined baking sheet.

STEP SEVEN: Flatten the dough balls into discs that are roughly half an inch thick.

Close up view of a baked walnut chocolate chip cookie on a parchment lined cooling rack.

STEP EIGHT: Bake walnut chocolate chip cookies in the oven for 10-12 minutes. Keep an eye on the edges, as they should turn a light golden color and be just set.

The centers will remain soft but will firm up as they cool. Avoid overbaking if you prefer chewy cookies!

STEP NINE: Allow chocolate chip walnut cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

A dozen baked walnut chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack.

Tips for the Best Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies

Always use fully softened butter. This helps to create a smoother and more consistent batter.
Use a mix of sugar. I prefer the combination of granulated sugar and brown sugar for this chocolate chip walnut cookie recipe. If that’s not your thing, I recommend using only brown sugar for the best flavor and texture.
Measure the flour correctly. Use the spoon and level method, or your cookies could turn out tough or dry instead of chewy.
Leave enough room between the cookies on the baking sheet — they will spread as they bake.

Variations for Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies

We’re using semi-sweet chocolate chips and walnuts. Feel free to experiment and use whatever chocolate, nuts, or add-ins you’d like!
Try adding in raisins for a delicious trio of flavors!
For a different flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to your dough.
Add some peanut butter flavor like my peanut butter chocolate chip cookies.

A hand holding a single baked walnut chocolate chip cookie in front of other cookies and milk.

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Can I Use Baking Powder Instead of Baking Soda?

If you don’t have baking soda, you can use three times the amount of baking powder.

For this chocolate chip walnut cookie recipe, that means 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder.

How Do I Make My Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies Chewy?

The larger the ratio of brown sugar, the chewier the cookies will be!

If you like chewy cookies, make sure not to overbake them.

Several baked walnut chocolate chip cookies, the center cookie has a bite removed, a portion of walnuts and a glass of milk.

How Should I Store These Chocolate Chip Cookies with Walnut?

To keep the delicious flavor and chewy texture, store your walnut chocolate chip cookies in an airtight container for up to five days.

You can also freeze baked cookies for up to 6 months. Then, thaw one (or a few!) on the counter when you want a sweet treat.

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