One of the Best...

Here is a yummy recipe for one of the best cookies I've ever made!

Double Tree Hotel Cookies

1 1/2 c. butter~softened
1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
4 eggs
2 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. lemon juice
3 c. all-purpose flour
3/4 c. old-fashioned oatmeal -- uncooked
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
3 c. Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 c. chopped walnuts

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.


• Place the butter in a large bowl and cream lightly with an electric mixer.


• Add the sugars and beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes.


• Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.


• Add the vanilla and lemon juice and mix well.


• In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, oatmeal, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Add to the creamed butter mixture and stir well to blend.


• Add chocolate chips and walnuts and stir to combine.


• Using a 1/4 cup measure or a 2-oz ice cream scoop, drop the batter on the parchment-lined pans, leaving 2 -3 inches between each cookie.


• Bake for 13 - 15 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges. Remove from parchment and cool on wire racks.

Enjoy with a tall glass of milk, or a cup of coffee...Have a great day!

Here is a picture of these beauties! They are huge!