Ultimate Salted Chocolate Walnut Cookies: A perfect blend of sweet and salty crunch

Immerse yourself in the delicious world of the ultimate Salted Chocolate Walnut Cookies, where each bite delivers the perfect balance of sweet chocolate and salty crunch. Made with chunks of milk and dark chocolate and a hearty mix of nuts, these cookies are not only tasty, but also visually appealing. The flaky salt finish enhances the flavors, making each cookie a gourmet experience.

Why you'll love it: These cookies bring a twist to the classic chocolate chip cookie by incorporating a blend of textures and flavors that are sure to please any palate. The addition of mixed nuts gives a satisfying crunch, while the flaky salt on top cuts through the sweetness, creating an irresistible complex flavor profile.

Perfect occasion: Perfect for meetings, gifts or a luxurious treat to enjoy with your afternoon coffee, these cookies are versatile for any event. They make a fantastic addition to holiday cookie platters, birthday parties, or as a special treat to share at office gatherings.

Decorating Tips: For an elegant presentation, arrange the biscuits on a modern plate or slate. Garnish with a light sprinkling of edible gold dust for a glamorous touch, or serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of gourmet coffee to keep it both classic and chic.

Ingredients:

• 150 g (1 ¼ cup) plain flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 100 g (½ cup) granulated sugar
• 160 g (¾ cup) light, soft brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt (plus additional flaky salt for finishing)
• 115 g (½ cup) melted unsalted butter
• 1 egg or flax egg
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 80 g (3 oz) milk or dark chocolate, cut into pieces
• 80 g (3 oz) mixed nuts, roughly chopped

Instructions:

1. Mix the dough:
   • In a bowl, whisk together the two sugars, salt and melted butter until well combined. Stir in vanilla and egg until mixture forms ribbons. Be careful not to overmix.
2. Incorporation of dry ingredients:
   • Gently incorporate the flour and baking soda using a spoon. Stir in most of the chopped chocolate and nuts, reserving a small amount to top the cookies later. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 40 minutes to 1 hour.
3. Creation of cookies:
   • Use an ice cream scoop to form uniform cookie dough balls. Press some reserved chocolate pieces on top. Freeze the dough balls on a tray or plate for at least an hour or until firm.

4. Pastry shop:
   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the cookies spaced apart.
   • Bake for 10-11 minutes until golden brown but still gooey in the center.
   • Remove from the oven, use a bowl to gently shape them into perfect circles and press the remaining chocolate chunks and nuts on top.
5. The finishing touch:
   • Let the cookies set on the tray for about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with flaky salt to enhance the flavors.

Enjoy these ultimate salted chocolate and nut cookies, where each indulgent bite is a perfect harmony of sweet and salty!