I didn't want the soft cake-y cookies that the entire package of vanilla pudding makes. So I only added 3 TBS. The cookies are lightly crisp but very chewy. I made them early today and just ate one and they are still soft and chewy.
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
3 TBS instant vanilla pudding mix
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup whole wheat flour
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups chocolate chips ( I use the dark chips )
1 cup walnuts, chopped
In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar, until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in pudding mix and vanilla. Combine flours and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts (dough will be stiff).
Drop by rounded TBS 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Yield: 4 1/2 dozen.