Creative Granola Nut Cookies

1¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

¾ cup dark brown sugar, packed

½ cup sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1¼ cups granola (see note)

1 cup chocolate chips

½ cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease or line baking sheets with parchment paper.

In medium bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt together until combined. Set aside.

In large mixing bowl, beat butter, sugars, egg and vanilla on medium speed until light, about 2 minutes. Add flour and mix on low speed 30 seconds until combined. Scrape bowl well. Stir in granola, chips and nuts until evenly dispersed. Scrape bowl well.

By the spoonful, scoop dough, about 2 inches apart, onto prepared sheets. Bake 11-13 minutes until cookies appear lightly browned and evenly colored.

Cool 10 minutes on pan before transferring to cooling rack. Store tightly covered.

Makes three dozen.

Baker's hint: For a boost of flavor, choose cinnamon granola with a variety of dried fruit.

@Recipe nutrition:Nutritional values per serving: 162 calories, 9g fat (5 g saturated), 2 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 20 mg cholesterol, 100 mg sodium.