Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

The ultimate bake! Golden edges, a soft and chewy center, and loaded with melting chocolate chips. A timeless crowd-pleaser.

Prep time: 15 mins · Cook time: 12 mins · Serves 24

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tsp Baking soda
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) Unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup Packed brown sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 2 Large eggs
• 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Gradually beat in the dry flour mixture just until combined. Do not overmix.
6. Gently stir in the chocolate chips by hand using a spatula.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between.
8. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still slightly soft.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.