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Close-up of homemade Neiman Marcus Cookies with large chocolate chunks and flaky sea salt.

Neiman Marcus Cookies

These cookies are a rich and decadent chocolate chip cookie recipe, known for their unique flavor and texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 8 ounces German chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Cream together the butter and shortening in a large bowl until smooth.
  2. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips, German chocolate, and pecans.
  7. Cover the dough and chill for at least 10 minutes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

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