Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup
- Brown sugar, packed: 3/4 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips: 2 cups
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 5: Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Step 6: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to keep them soft.
- Warm cookies in the microwave for 5-10 seconds for an extra gooey treat.
- Serve these irresistible cookies with a cold glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Creaming the butter and sugars well is key to achieving that perfect soft and chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American