Here’s the famous Neiman Marcus Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe! There’s a myth that someone was charged $250 for this recipe, but that’s just a story. Now, the official recipe is free for everyone to enjoy.
This recipe makes a big batch of amazing cookies, perfect for any occasion. You can bake some now and freeze some dough balls for later or to share with friends.
To freeze, place the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then, bag them by the dozen.
They’ll keep fresh for up to six months. When you’re ready to bake, just add one to two minutes to the cooking time if baking from frozen. Enjoy your delicious cookies and the smiles they bring!
Neiman Marcus Cookie Recipe
Equipment
- Blender (to blend the oatmeal into a coarse flour)
- medium mixing bowl
- Electric mixer with paddle attachment
- Baking sheets
- Cookie scoop or spoon
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups Oatmeal blended into a coarse flour
- 2 cups Flour
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 cup Unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Light brown sugar firmly packed
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- 12 oz. 2 cups Chocolate chips
- 1 4 oz. Hershey bar, grated
- 1 ½ cups chopped Nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Blend the oatmeal into a coarse flour using a blender.
- Mix the blended oatmeal, flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a medium bowl.
- Cream the butter and sugars together in an electric mixer with a paddle attachment on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla until everything is well blended, making sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Combine the flour mixture with the butter mixture, mixing just until blended.
- Stir in the chocolate chips, grated chocolate, and nuts. (Optional: cover the dough and chill for 30 minutes. If you do this, add an extra minute or two to the baking time.)
- Roll the dough into balls and place them two inches apart on a cookie sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a rack to cool completely.
Notes
- If you prefer, you can use walnuts or pecans for the nuts. If you decide to skip the nuts, add an extra 3 tablespoons of flour to the dough.
Nutrition Facts:
| Nutrition | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 233 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 32g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fat | 11g |
| Cholesterol | 25mg |
| Sodium | 178mg |
| Sugar | 17g |
| Calcium | 45mg |
How Long Do Homemade Cookies Last In a Container?
Homemade or bakery cookies can stay fresh at room temperature for two to three weeks or up to two months in the refrigerator. For longer storage, freeze them, where they retain their quality for eight to 12 months.
How Long To Mix Cookie Dough?
If using a hand mixer, beat the dough for about 5 or 6 minutes. For a stand mixer, it typically takes around 3 minutes on medium speed. If you have a Bosch mixer, use the dough hook and beat for 3 minutes at speed 3.
What is the Best Way To Freeze Cookies?
First, allow the cookies to cool completely. Then, transfer them to a reusable freezer-safe bag or container lined with wax or parchment paper.
To prevent cookies from breaking, arrange them in a single layer. Cookies can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply thaw them at room temperature and dig in!