Chewy Noels Recipe

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour 2 ½ cups Sifted for even mixing
• Unsalted butter 1 cup (2 sticks) Softened at room temperature
• Granulated sugar 1 cup
• Brown sugar ½ cup Packed
• Large eggs 2 At room temperature
• Vanilla extract 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla for best flavor
• Baking soda 1 teaspoon Provides leavening
• Salt ½ teaspoon Enhances sweetness
• Ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon Adds warm spice
• Ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon Optional for subtle depth
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 ½ cups For gooey pockets of sweetness
• Chopped pecans 1 cup Toasted for crunch and aroma