chocolate chip cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
8. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
9. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• For chewier cookies, use melted butter instead of softened butter.
• Using room temperature ingredients ensures even mixing.
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.