Chocolate Chip Cookies

Description

Classic chocolate chip cookies with a perfect balance of crispy edges and chewy centers.

Ingredients

• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and both sugars until fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
5. Gradually mix in flour mixture until just combined.
6. Fold in chocolate chips.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 9-11 minutes, until golden brown around edges.
9. Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

• For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them
• Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies
• Try mixing chocolate chip types (dark, milk, white) for variety