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HAZELNUT CRUNCHERS

These cookies make a great addition to any snack-time lineup!

—RUTH SAYLES PENDLETON, OR


START TOFINISH: 25 MIN. • MAKES: ABOUT 2 DOZEN

1/2 cup butter, softened

1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/3 cup sugar

1 large egg

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Pinch salt

1 cup vanilla or white chips

1 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chips and nuts. Shape into 1 1/2-in. balls; place on greased baking sheets. Flatten to 1/2-in. thickness with a glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack to cool.